Kmet, Sweat limited – NBC Chicago

The Chicago Bears held their first practice before Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers, and two key contributors were limited on the injury report.

According to the team, tight end Cole Kmet has been limited with a knee issue, while defensive lineman Montez Sweat is dealing with an ankle injury.

Kmet had three catches for 34 yards on Sunday and has recorded 18 receptions for 162 yards and a touchdown in four games so far this season.

Sweat has registered sacks in two straight games for the Bears and also forced a fumble in Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Rams.

The Bears also had four players miss practice on Wednesday, including guard Teven Jenkins, who suffered a rib injury in Sunday's win. He was replaced at guard by Matt Pryor, with Nate Davis coming in and playing right guard.

Wide receiver DeAndre Carter, who is averaging 34 yards per kickoff return and 9.4 yards on punt returns so far this season, also missed practice due to a rib injury.

Defensive lineman Zacch Pickens remains sidelined with a groin injury, while Terrell Smith remains sidelined after suffering a hip injury against the Indianapolis Colts.