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Swift Out with Injury; Rookie Monangai to Start

11/1/2025

Summary

Swift's Injury Update

D’Andre Swift (Chicago Bears) will miss his first game in 2024 due to a chronic groin injury.
Swift has dealt with the injury since Week 6 and did not practice all week.
Rookie Kyle Monangai will start after averaging 4.4 yards on 42 carries this season.
The Bears may promote Brittain Brown from the practice squad to bolster the backfield.
Coach Ben Johnson emphasizes protecting Swift’s long-term health.

Summary

Swift Misses Game

D’Andre Swift, the Chicago Bears running back, will miss the game vs. Cincinnati Bengals due to a groin injury.
Swift has 464 rushing yards this season and played through the injury, managing 45 yards last game.
The Cincinnati Bengals allow an average of 151.9 rushing yards per game, which could help the Bears.
Kyle Monangai, the Bears running back, is expected to take on a larger role in Swift’s absence.

History

Historical Context

The NFL's concussion crisis gained attention in the early 2000s, prompting significant rule changes aimed at player safety. In 2011, the league implemented stricter injury management protocols, including mandatory certified athletic trainers at games. This shift reflects a broader recognition of the long-term health risks associated with concussions, influencing team strategies and prioritizing player welfare, as seen in the Bears' management of D’Andre Swift's injury.

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Swift's Injury Update

D’Andre Swift (Chicago Bears) will miss his first game in 2024 due to a chronic groin injury.
Swift has dealt with the injury since Week 6 and did not practice all week.
Rookie Kyle Monangai will start after averaging 4.4 yards on 42 carries this season.
The Bears may promote Brittain Brown from the practice squad to bolster the backfield.
Coach Ben Johnson emphasizes protecting Swift’s long-term health.

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