Colston Loveland Cleared to Play Bears vs. Seahawks After Neck Tweak

Chicago Bears tight end Colston Loveland is expected to play Monday against the Seahawks after being limited in practice on Friday with a neck injury. He practiced without restriction on Saturday, and the team's injury designation for him is clear heading into the game.

Back at practice after a minor neck issue

Loveland said the problem was a "little tweak" in his neck that happened while he was lifting weights. "I'm good," he said. "I don't even know why it's a thing."

The second-year tight end has been central to the Bears' passing game. Over his last five outings, he has caught 25 passes on 37 targets for 241 yards and two touchdowns, according to Fantasy Footballers Podcast. His availability matters more with Cole Kmet (knee) placed on injured reserve and out for the rest of the 2026 season.

Offensive line and backfield updates

Head coach Ben Johnson said Theo Benedet will make his fifth consecutive start at left tackle. Benedet's play has allowed the team to keep Ozzy Trapilo on a limited workload as he comes back from a knee injury. Trapilo, a second-round pick in 2025, took over the starting job last November, and he has played 36 offensive snaps and 13 on special teams over the last two games.

Running back Kyle Monangai will not play against the Seahawks, Johnson told reporters Saturday, according to ESPN.com. He hurt his toe on Oct. 4 and was listed as a non-participant in Friday's practice with a thumb and toe issue. The Bears did not place him on injured reserve, and Johnson could not say whether he would be ready the following week against the Buccaneers.

Caleb Williams' cleats draw scrutiny

Quarterback Caleb Williams has drawn attention for wearing Caddix cleats. Fines are escalating, and the NFL could bar him from wearing them unless he covers the logo, under Section 4 of the rulebook. Johnson said he was confident Williams would find a way to avoid any issues. Williams wore all-white Caddix cleats in the first two games and was not penalized.

On the Seahawks side, running backs Jadarian Price and Zach Charbonnet have been cleared from injuries and are expected to play.

What we know so far

Loveland is listed without an injury designation for Monday's game, and the Bears' tight end group will be set without Kmet. Whether Loveland's workload will match his recent production against Seattle has not been addressed by the team. Fantasy analysts have been weighing in on his role for the week, with one Athlon Sports preview suggesting he should be sat in fantasy lineups.

The Bears and Seahawks meet Monday.