Bears RB Kyle Monangai Out Multiple Weeks Following Sunday Knee Injury

Running back Kyle Monangai is expected to miss several weeks after an MRI confirmed he hyperextended his right knee during a Sunday practice session.

Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai is expected to miss multiple weeks of action after sustaining a knee injury during an 11-on-11 practice period on Sunday. An MRI performed following the session revealed that the former seventh-round draft pick hyperextended his right knee. The injury occurred when Monangai was tackled from behind during the non-padded workout, forcing him to exit the field early. This medical setback follows a separate soft-tissue injury that sidelined the ball carrier for several days at the start of training camp.

Monangai was among a group of starters who did not participate in the Bears' recent 34-10 preseason victory over the Cleveland Browns. As a rookie, the running back recorded 169 rushing attempts for 783 yards and reached the end zone five times on the ground. His contributions to the passing game included 18 receptions totaling 164 yards. He currently shares the Chicago backfield with veteran D'Andre Swift, who remains the primary option at the position.

Roster Adjustments and Depth Chart Impact

With Monangai sidelined, the Bears will look to internal depth to fill the void behind Swift. During Monangai's previous absence earlier this summer, Salvon Ahmed handled the majority of repetitions with the second-team offensive unit. Roschon Johnson is also identified as a candidate to see an increased workload during this multi-week recovery period. The team is managing these transitions as they finalize the 90-man roster ahead of the regular season.

On Monday, the organization confirmed several defensive additions. The Bears signed defensive end Marcus Davenport, who spent the 2025 season with the Detroit Lions. Davenport appeared in eight games last year, starting seven of them, and recorded one sack alongside three quarterback hits. His 2025 campaign ended prematurely due to a chest injury. Davenport previously played for the Minnesota Vikings in 2023 and spent his first five professional seasons in New Orleans under current Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen.

Defensive Reinforcements and Transactions

Beyond the addition of Davenport, who visited the team facility on Sunday, Chicago also signed defensive back De'Antre Prince to the active roster. These moves come as the team evaluates its defensive front and secondary depth. Davenport’s arrival marks his third stint with an NFC North franchise, providing veteran experience to a unit led by his former coach, Allen.

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN first reported the timeline for Monangai’s recovery. The running back’s absence creates a significant shift in the offensive rotation, particularly given his production during his debut season. The Bears continue to monitor the health of their backfield as they move past their 24-point preseason win and toward the start of the NFL schedule. The team has not provided a specific date for Monangai's return beyond the initial multi-week projection.