The Chicago Bears selected Rutgers RB Kyle Monangai with the 233rd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Monangai has held down the lead back role at Rutgers for three straight seasons. With the Scarlet Knights’ offense centered on the run, Big Ten teams often stacked the box. Still, Monangai routinely succeeded, posting two straight 1,200+ rushing yard seasons and 22 total TDs. He offers little receiving upside and won’t hit a home run with long speed. (He ran a 4.60 at the NFL Combine.) But he’s a stout back (5’8, 208) who churns through contact with tons of effort. The 23-year-old adds NFL-quality vision and ball security (zero career fumbles). His college success offers some promise to make the roster as at least a short-yardage back.
Monangai is a powerful back who was productive despite poor blocking in front of him often
A multi-year starter, he should compete for a roster spot.
From a dynasty perspective, it is a solid spot. But the late draft capital means he is unlikely to make an impact.
He could be a stash in a deeper league, especially if Roschon Johnson falls out of favor with HC Ben Johnson and the new coaching staff.
Monangai's power and vision could endear him to the team.
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