The Chicago Bears opened Packers week without their top two running backs on the practice field Wednesday, as D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai both sat out.

Swift missed practice with hip and knee injuries, while Monangai carried thumb and toe designations. The absences immediately shift attention to the Bears’ backfield ahead of Sunday’s NFC North matchup with the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field.

Wednesday's report marks the opening injury checkpoint of the week, not a final ruling on either player's availability. Chicago enters the rivalry matchup 3-1 after winning three straight games. ESPN's Adam Schefter took to X, formerly Twitter, Wednesday with the latest on the Bears' running back duo as preparations for the Packers began.

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