The Bear’s Den: Ozzy Trapilo is back, and Kyle Monangai was hurt Sunday in practice

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 15: Brittain Brown #38 of the Chicago Bears scores a touchdown during the third quarter against the Cleveland Browns during a preseason game at Soldier Field on August 15, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Here's your daily heaping helping of all the Chicago Bears news that's fit to share, what's going on with the NFL and, of course, a look at The Enemy.

Ozzy Trapillo, somehow, is back from injury and was activated by the Bears this weekend. At the same time, Kyle Monangai limped off out of practice with a knee injury the severity of which is unknown.

It's not just Chicago facing the injury bug, the Vikings were dealt a huge blow to their defense this weekend when safetyJamal Adams went down with his injuryin the 13-10preseason winover the New York Giants

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The battle for the third running back slot is on!

The first two slots on the running back depth chart are filled by D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai (assuming his injury isn't serious), but the third and possibly fourth spots are wide open as competition intensifies.

Report: Kyle Monangai to have MRI on knee, Bears believe he avoided serious injury

Thoughts and prayers for Kyle. Hopefully it's not a big injury.

Marcus Davenport visits the Bears

Free agent defensive end Marcus Davenport has spent the last three seasons with NFC North teams and he met with another club in the division as he looks for a spot to play in 2026.

Bears activate LT Ozzy Trapilo from active/PUP

The Bears activated offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo from active/physically unable to perform, the team announced.

Yankees icon Derek Jeter tells Bears not to focus on failure

Jeter spoke to the team at a meeting last week.

Bears RB Kyle Monangai leaves practice after hurting right knee

The Bears were not padded Sunday.

Bears training-camp report No. 14: Montez Sweat returns

Much appreciated and needed news!

Bears LT Ozzy Trapilo returns from physically unable-to-perform list

Another account of his amazingly fast recovery.

Bears coach Ben Johnson is not here merely to win: We want to be feared'

From any other coach I would say oh what a line of BS..." but from Ben? He means it.

Column: A wealth of late summer riches with the Bears, Cubs and White Sox competing for Chicago's eyeballs

Figuratively? Cool! Literally? Ewww.... Tribune paywall.

Chicago Bears rally to crush the Cleveland Browns 34-10. Brad Biggs' 10 thoughts on the preseason opener.

Biggs spills the beans. Tribune paywall.

Where Bears Left Tackle Situation Appears Headed for Cincinnati Trip

Kiran Amegadjie acquitted himself fairly well in the preseason opener but an early verdict Ben Johnson hoped for in the left tackle battle hasn't been achieved. This was published before the Ozzy Trapilo news

POLISH SAUSAGE - NEWS FROM AROUND THE NFL

Raiders sign WR Noah Brown

Brown was #85 for the Commanders last year. He can't get #5, that belongs to Eric Stokes, the DB, so Jayden won't be mad at him this season.

KNOW THINE ENEMY - OUR OPPONENTS UPDATES & NEWS

Jamal Adams' Knee Injury Confirmed as Season-Ending

I don't care who it is, pre-season injuries suck. Season-ending ones suck even more. Best wishes to him on a complete and speedy recovery.

After Pro Bowl season, Packers CB Keisean Nixon is fighting for starting job

Can you believe that corner who Bears receivers beat like a snare drum was named to the Pro Bowl last year? He's on track to lose his job this year, as well he should.

On the QB1 Decision and Takeaways from the Vikings' 1st Preseason Game

• Kyler Murray was fine.In his one series, Murray hit a difficult out route to Jordan Addison on 3rd and 8 for a key first down during a 10-play, 54-yard opening drive that ended in a field goal.

• QB2 competition discussion has arrived.J.J. McCarthy never found a groove in his limited snaps.

Todd Monken: Shedeur Sanders has improved so much"

Sanders, a 2025 Pro Bowl" player, was mostly horrible against Chicago's backups, but sure, OK, let's go with improved.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT ON WINDY CITY GRIDIRON

Bears Injury Update for Kyle Monangai and some Ozzy Trapilo video

Bears activate left tackle Ozzy Trapilo from PUP list

Bears' depth shines in win over the Browns

Bears' QBs throw for 348 yards in preseason win against the Browns

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