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Chicago Bears Announce Brutal RB News on Friday

The Chicago Bears’ ground game faces a familiar test this weekend as they travel to Atlanta without one of their most productive runners. Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Sunday’s Week 6 matchup against the Falcons because of thumb…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 9:03 PM
Chicago Bears Announce Brutal RB News on Friday
Key Things to Know
  • Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out for Week 6 against the Atlanta Falcons.
  • Head coach Ben Johnson confirmed Monangai is week-to-week and will not be placed on injured reserve.
  • D'Andre Swift is expected to handle lead back duties with Roschon Johnson serving as the primary backup.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai has been ruled out of Sunday's Week 6 game against the Atlanta Falcons due to thumb and turf toe injuries. Head coach Ben Johnson confirmed the second-year back is week-to-week and not headed to injured reserve.

Monangai has rushed for 324 yards and three touchdowns across four games this season. In his absence, lead running back D'Andre Swift and backup Roschon Johnson will take on increased workloads against Atlanta.

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