Bears hit by running back injuries as D’Andre Swift exits practice and Kyle Monangai is week to week
Swift departed Thursday's padded practice with a trainer. Coming off their first NFC North title since 2018, the Bears visit the Carolina Panthers for their season opener on Sept. 13. In Ben Johnson's first year as coach, Chicago finished third in the NFL with 2,456 yards rushing, averaging 4.9 yards per attempt.
In Chicago, the Bears are facing challenges with their running backs due to injuries. D’Andre Swift, a key player, left Thursday's practice with a trainer due to leg issues. Kyle Monangai, another vital player, is currently uncertain as he is dealing with a leg injury that has sidelined him since Aug. 16. Monangai, a seventh-round draft pick, played well in his debut season, amassing 783 yards and five touchdowns.
The team also has Roschon Johnson, Salvon Ahmed, and Zavier Scott on their roster, with Johnson and Ahmed on the practice squad. Johnson, a fourth-round pick from Texas, had a disappointing preseason, while Ahmed and Scott have shown potential. Offense coordinator Press Taylor is confident in Johnson and Ahmed, stating that they have earned the coach's trust.
Meanwhile, Scott, who recently signed with Chicago, is expected to learn the offense as he gets acclimated to the team.
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