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Kyle Monangai’s absence changes the equation for Packers’ run defense

The Chicago Bears have ruled out running back Kyle Monangai for Week 5, giving the Green Bay Packers one less concern on defense.

By Carlos Sanchez · Lombardi Ave

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 12:37 AM

Key Things to Know

Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out of Week 5 against the Packers due to a toe injury.
D'Andre Swift will take over the starting running back role for Chicago against Green Bay.
The Green Bay Packers defense currently ranks 28th in rushing yards allowed and 29th in rushing touchdowns allowed.

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Carlos Sanchez of Lombardi Ave argues that Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai being ruled out for Week 5 provides a major advantage for the Green Bay Packers. Chicago head coach Ben Johnson confirmed Monangai will miss the rivalry clash due to a toe injury, joining quarterback Caleb Williams on the sidelines.

With Monangai sidelined, D'Andre Swift will start at running back for Chicago. Sanchez notes that Green Bay's defense ranks near the bottom of the league against the run and has lost linebacker Edgerrin Cooper for the season, making the absence of Monangai a potential break for defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon's unit.

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