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Windy City Gridiron fantasy football takes on D'Andre Swift
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Windy City Gridiron about D'Andre Swift.
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All Windy City Gridiron insights about D'Andre Swift
PositiveProjectionAug 21, 2026
Swift is one of Chicago's elite 1-2 punch at running back; ranked 12th in yards per carry (min. 50 attempts) and 3rd in total EPA among all backs. Chicago's rushing attack ranked 4th in EPA/run and 3rd in total rushing yards in 2025, with Swift and Monangai as one of only three league pairs with both backs in the top 20 in success rate and EPA per rush. This production level supports a running back room ranking well above ESPN's 24th-place assessment.NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026
Chicago's RB1B is out with an injury for the near future; the depth at running back behind Swift and Kyle Monangai is pedestrian at best, prompting the source to consider adding running back options to the room.PositiveUsageAug 19, 2026
D'Andre Swift looked quick, decisive, and ran hard during running back drills, indicating strong performance and conditioning during practice.PositiveBreakoutAug 18, 2026
D'Andre Swift should not be overlooked as a potential breakout player for 2026, according to the source. Despite receiving less preseason attention than the featured receivers, Swift is positioned as a skill position with upside in an offense that Ben Johnson aims to make historically productive.NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026
Swift occupies the first slot on the Bears' running back depth chart alongside Kyle Monangai. With Monangai's knee injury status uncertain, the competition for the third and fourth running back spots intensifies, but Swift's role as a top-two back remains secure.PositiveProjectionAug 14, 2026
The source projects D'Andre Swift for 230–250 carries, 1,100–1,250 rushing yards, 9–11 rushing TDs, plus 35–45 receptions for 300–400 yards and 1–3 receiving TDs, totaling ~1,450–1,600 scrimmage yards and 10–13 total TDs in 2026. Swift set career highs in 2025 (1,087 rushing yards, 9 rushing TDs, 1,386 scrimmage yards); consensus projections sit closer to 1,000–1,050 rushing yards and ~8 TDs. The source argues that if he maintains strong efficiency (he was excellent in EPA and success rate in 2025), he has the potential to do more with less in 2026, remaining the lead back with a load similar to 2025.PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026
D'Andre Swift shined in the Bears' scrimmage during training camp Day 12, described as good news for a key piece of the Bears offense on what was a very back-and-forth day according to reports.PositiveRoleAug 12, 2026
Swift impressed in short-yardage and goal-line situations during the Bears' most physical practice of camp, per CHGO's Adam Jahns, suggesting he will be featured in high-leverage offensive scenarios.PositiveProjectionAug 9, 2026
Running back is having a strong camp to date. He looks good with strong burst and vision, sealing a win during a situational 4-minute offense period with two chunk runs.NegativeProjectionAug 7, 2026
Swift's 2027 contract situation hinges on whether he replicates 2025 production and keeps salary expectations reasonable. If Swift performs similarly to 2025, he may seek a hefty raise to become a top-10 paid running back (around $15 million), which the Bears likely cannot afford given competing priorities for Caleb Williams extension and defensive roster needs. The Bears' best approach is to monitor Swift's year-two performance under Ben Johnson, confirm sustained determination and execution, and make a late-season or pre-league-year decision on extension based on both performance and salary demands.PositiveValueAug 7, 2026
Swift outplayed his $8 million per year salary in 2025, making him a potential value candidate for contract extension discussions. He enters the final year of his contract, and the Bears face a decision on whether to extend him before the 2027 league year. If Swift maintains similar production to 2025 and keeps salary demands reasonable (around his current $8m or slight raise), extension makes sense given the Bears' need to stabilize the offense and allocate resources to Caleb Williams extension and defensive upgrades.PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026
Swift's role and performance trajectory improved significantly under Ben Johnson in 2025 despite initial skepticism. After Johnson reduced Swift's role in Detroit and Swift was traded to Philadelphia, the assumption was Johnson didn't favor him. However, Swift had an excellent 2025 season, increasing his touchdown total by 50% and raising his yards-per-carry average by 1.1 yards (from 3.8 to 4.9), running downhill and executing everything Johnson asked. This represents a dramatic reversal from his subpar 2024 season when he failed to reach 1,000 yards.PositiveUsageAug 7, 2026
Bears are engineering more explosive runs for RB D'Andre Swift and looking to get him more involved as a receiver this season, signaling increased offensive role and usage.NegativeUsageAug 3, 2026
Running back D'Andre Swift was featured in practice video during the first padded practice, indicating continued involvement in the Bears offense.PositiveUsageAug 1, 2026
Swift led the Bears backfield in 2025 with 1,087 rushing yards on 223 attempts (4.9 yards per carry) and 9 rushing touchdowns across 16 games and 16 starts. The source predicts Swift will continue to lead the backfield in 2026 despite Kyle Monangai's productive rookie season, though Swift is in the final year of his contract and may not return in 2027 as the team could pivot to younger backs in a loaded draft class.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
D'Andre Swift is rated 85 overall in Madden NFL 27, ranking sixth on the Bears roster and serving as the starting running back.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
D'Andre Swift is rated 85 overall at running back in Madden NFL 27, placing him sixth on the Bears roster; this reflects his status as the team's primary back in the game's ratings.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
D'Andre Swift has had a solid couple of days in training camp practice. The source projects a big year for Swift, citing his contract year as motivation (💰💰), though acknowledging the difficulty of drawing conclusions without pads.PositiveProjectionJul 31, 2026
D'Andre Swift has had a solid first two days of training camp. Despite the limitations of evaluating without pads, the source believes he will have a big year, citing his contract year as potential motivation for a strong 2026 season.PositiveDepth ChartJul 28, 2026
Swift is locked into the top two spots of the Bears' running back depth chart heading into training camp.PositiveProjectionJul 27, 2026
Swift's yards per carry increased by over a yard from 2024 to 2025 due to improved scheme, revamped offensive line, and multiple tight end sets. He matured as a runner, taking what the defense gave him and lowering his shoulder when necessary. At 27, he still plays with quickness and speed, and the source expects another outstanding season from him in 2026.NegativeDepth ChartJul 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift is locked in as the top running back on the depth chart. Barring an injury to Swift or Kyle Monangai, the top two on the depth chart are as set as they can be. Similar to last season, fans should expect a running back-by-committee approach, with Swift seeing more snaps than Monangai.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Bears offensive coordinator Ben Johnson believes D'Andre Swift has more production capacity remaining in his tank for the Chicago Bears, suggesting confidence in his continued fantasy relevance.PositiveValueJul 22, 2026
Swift's 2025 production (1,087 rushing yards, 9 TDs) and advanced metrics showed one of the most improved backs in the league from 2024 to 2025, driven by Ben Johnson's focus on the run game and overall offensive competence. Kyle Monangai notes skepticism about Swift's upside in the Bears offense has been proven wrong, and heading into 2026, his lead-back role in a run-heavy system "actually feels like a strength heading into the season" unlike the prior year.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Swift is the clear lead back in the Bears backfield heading into 2026, with Kyle Monangai serving as change-of-pace back and rookie Zavion Thomas getting minimal carries. The Bears' run-game-first offensive philosophy under Johnson, combined with Swift's demonstrated ability to make explosive plays, ensures he will carry the majority of the load in both run and pass game unless a major trade occurs.PositiveProjectionJul 22, 2026
Head coach Ben Johnson believes Swift can elevate his production beyond his 2025 breakout season (1,087 rushing yards, 9 TDs), stating "He's a dynamic player" and "is he capable of more? Absolutely." Swift himself acknowledged leaving plays on the field in 2025 that could have generated even bigger offensive impact, suggesting room for growth in Johnson's run-heavy system in 2026.