The Chicago Bears are preparing for a Week 5 division showdown against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, and there’s some uncertainty about the status of running back Kyle Monangai, who’s dealing with injuries.In last week’s win over the New York Jets, Monangai had a career day with 30 carries for 146 yards, averaging 4.9 yards per carry, and two touchdowns as part of a dominant rushing attack that totaled 232 yards against one of the NFL’s best run defenses.But there are questions about Monangai’s availability for Week 5’s game against the Packers, and it’s worth noting that D’Andre Swift was also on the injury report with hip/knee injuries. We’ll be keeping track of the latest injury updates regarding Monangai heading into Sunday’s big game.Kyle Monangai dealing with turf toe injuryAccording to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Monangai is dealing with a turf toe injury that has made his availability uncertain for the next 1-2 weeks. Fowler notes that Monangai is “hoping to play through it” and the team and Monangai are still dealing with the situation.Kyle Monangai did not practice ThursdayMonangai was a non-participant for the second straight day on Thursday as he deals with thumb and toe injuries. Given Monangai’s thumb injury doesn’t appear to be a problem, we’ll see if Monangai can play through his toe injury as the Bears head to Lambeau Field on Sunday.Kyle Monangai’s thumb injury ‘not a problem’Monangai suffered a thumb injury during last Sunday’s win over the New York Jets, which is why he didn’t finish the year. Head coach Ben Johnson said that Monangai’s thumb injury is “not a problem” and he’s “day-to-day.” Follow Bears Wire on Twitter, Facebook and InstagramThis article originally appeared on Bears Wire: Latest on Bears RB Kyle Monangai’s toe injury
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