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Bears will play without both starting guards

Philadelphia Eagles v Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL - SEPTEMBER 19: Josh Sitton #71 of the Chicago Bears warms up prior to the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Soldier Field on September 19, 2016 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

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The Bears will play without both of their starting guards in Monday night’s game vs. Minnesota.

Kyle Long had been listed as doubtful with a tricep injury. Josh Sitton had been questionable with an ankle injury.

The Bears announced that Eric Kush will replace Sitton at left guard and Ted Larsen will replace Long at right guard.

Quarterback Jay Cutler and running back Jeremy Langford return for the Bears. Defensive tackle Eddie Goldman and wide receiver Eddie Royal remain out. Wide receiver Cameron Meredith is active after being listed as questionable.

Vikings cornerback Marcus Sherels, tight end MyCole Pruitt and wide receiver Jarius Wright are inactive after being listed as questionable. Wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson is active after being listed as questionable.

The Vikings had previously announced defensive tackle Sharrif Floyd and running back Jerick McKinnon would be out.