Kyle Monangai’s Injury Overshadows a Statement Game

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Kyle Monangai’s Injury Overshadows a Statement Game

Originally posted on TWSN | By Marissa Myers | Last updated Oct 4, 2026 11:26 PM ET

Kyle Monangai’s Thumb Injury Adds Uncertainty to Bears’ Backfield

The Chicago Bears had another impressive performance as they ended up getting the win against the New York Jets, but the most significant part of the game was Kyle Monangai.

With Monangai, he dominated on the field but he also made news after the game.

Kyle Monangai’s Big Day Led to Injury Concern

Monangai finished with 30 attempts for 146 yards and two touchdowns. The afternoon made for a standout day for Monangai, but he was also hit with injury news following the game.

It was announced that Monangai suffered a thumb injury towards the end of the game.

Bears RB Kyle Monangai injured his thumb toward the end of the game, per @kfishbain pic.twitter.com/mbWSbLFLvH
— SleeperNFL (@SleeperNFL) October 4, 2026

As long as Monangai is healthy he should be on the same trajectory with building off this performance, if he is not healthy then Ben Johnson will need to drastically change the game plan.

This article first appeared on TWSN and was syndicated with permission.

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