Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai is taking his momentum off the field after a standout rookie season.
The 23-year-old carried Rutgers to new heights in his 2024 senior campaign, racking up 1,279 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns. He also set a program record with 707 career touches without a single fumble. His 3,221 career rushing yards rank second in Rutgers history, trailing only Ray Rice.
The Bears took notice, selecting Monangai in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft with pick No. 233. He signed a four-year, $4.33 million rookie contract and is now paying it forward for Chicago’s youth.
Chicago Bears: Kyle Monangai invites fans to join his first youth camp
Partnering with Flexwork Sports, Monangai announced the launch of the Kyle Monangai Youth Camp.
According to the event poster, the camp is tailored for boys and girls aged 6 to 16 at Rock Island High School in Illinois on May 30.
“Excited to announce my first youth sports event with @flexworkmgt this year! Looking forward to getting on the field and creating memories together. Register through the link in my bio. 🐻,” he wrote on Instagram.
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Monangai began his rookie season as the backup behind D’Andre Swift, stepping up in Week 9 when Swift went down with an injury. He answered the call, rushing 169 times for 783 yards and five touchdowns while adding 18 receptions for 164 receiving yards on the season.
The Bears liked what they saw. Heading into Year 2, the promising running back is looking forward to an even bigger role in the backfield.
The timing could not be better. Swift’s contract expires after the 2026 season, potentially opening the door for the former Rutgers star to take the reins in Chicago.
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