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First-and-10: Kyle Monangai aside, Bears’ rookies have been quiet — is that a good thing?

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Running back Kyle Monangai, a seventh-round draft pick, is the Bears’ rookie of the year through six games. Is that a good thing?

Probably not, when their top three picks in Ben Johnson’s first season as head coach were offensive players — tight end Colston Loveland (first round, 10th overall), wide receiver Luther Burden (second round, 39th) and offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo (second round, 56th).

All four players, even Monangai, were considered potential breakout performers based on Johnson’s history in Detroit, where first-year offensive players became immediate contributors: running back Jahmyr Gibbs, tight end Sam LaPorta and wide receiver Jameson Williams.