The Chicago Bears were back on the practice field at Halas Hall on Monday morning for the fifth practice of training camp — and their first in pads this summer.
It was a blistering first day in pads for the Bears during a nearly-two hour session that focused heavily on the run game. But there were some standout performances during 1-on-1 drills, including in the trenches, and two young rookies continue to impress.
As far as attendance goes, rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III practiced for the first time (only during position drills) as he ramps up from a hamstring injury. Meanwhile, rookie defensive tackle Shemar Turner (ankle), rookie cornerback Zah Frazier (personal) and center Doug Kramer (leg) were all sidelined. Offensive tackle Kiran Amegadjie, who exited Saturday’s practice with a leg injury, was back out on the field.
Here are some observations, from media members in attendance, following Monday’s training camp practice:
First padded practice had major emphasis on run game
Luther Burden III was out on the practice field (in limited fashion)
Colston Loveland had another impressive practice
JP Richardson continues to shine
Bears rotated all three competing left tackles
Offensive line impressed during 1-on-1 drills
Kyle Monangai had some nice runs, catches
OL Doug Kramer (leg) listed as day-to-day
DE Tanoh Kpassagnon was carted off with apparent hand/wrist injury
OL Bill Murray came off the field limping with an apparent left knee injury
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