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Yahoo Sports NFL fantasy football takes on D'Andre Swift
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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about D'Andre Swift
NegativeProjectionNov 6, 2026
The source recommends playing D'Andre Swift UNDER 62.5 rushing yards against Tampa Bay. The Bucs have a stout running defense that hasn't allowed significant ground production; Bijan Robinson's 76 yards on 19 carries was the best performance against them. Swift is averaging 3.37 yards per carry since week one, and the source projects this as a 14 carries, 50 yards type of day.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
Running back D'Andre Swift is one of only two healthy running backs on Chicago's 53-man roster (alongside Roschon Johnson) with Kyle Monangai sidelined and Zavier Scott on injured reserve, positioning him for increased workload Sunday against Tampa Bay.NegativeValueNov 6, 2026
Ranked #17 among all running backs in dynasty PPR with a trade value of 58, reflecting mid-tier dynasty asset status.NegativeRoleNov 5, 2026
Swift is featured in the Bears offense as a checkdown target; the source cites him as an example of a player Williams can target on checkdowns to make third-and-manageable situations manageable.NegativeProjectionNov 5, 2026
Ranked 9th among Week 9 running backs in Yahoo's rankings.NegativeMatchupNov 5, 2026
D'Andre Swift is featured in a photo celebrating a touchdown for the Chicago Bears against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8; the Bears are fresh off this big win and carry momentum into Week 9 against the Buccaneers.PositiveProjectionNov 4, 2026
Graded 81.4 by PFN Impact Scoring in Week 8 vs. Seattle, ranking 6th of 40 RBs; one of three efficient weapons for Caleb Williams in the Bears' 34-17 victory over the Seahawks.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
Listed as the lead running back on the Bears' 53-man roster for 2026, heading a four-man running back group that includes Kyle Monangai, Roschon Johnson, and Zavier Scott.PositiveUsageNov 4, 2026
D'Andre Swift continued to carry the load in the run game for the second consecutive week, posting 69 rushing yards on 27 attempts for a 2.6 yard average with a 7-yard long. Despite the modest efficiency, Swift moved the chains when it mattered and punched the ball in the endzone three times, continuing a season-long trend. His 10 rushing touchdowns lead the entire NFL at this point, and his ability to turn drives into 7 points has become a critical component for a Chicago offense that can hurt you in multiple ways. Swift's performance alongside the offensive line executing no-huddle, hurry-up, and audible situations has been instrumental, earning his 3-year, $33.75 million extension awarded at the beginning of the season.PositiveValueNov 4, 2026
D'Andre Swift has turned into a nice value pick for the Bears, indicating he is delivering fantasy production at a lower cost or expectation than anticipated.NegativeRoleNov 4, 2026
On the sack play vs Seattle, Swift was faked to by Williams and then looked to in the left flat as a checkdown option. Swift was expected to chip the edge defender on the play if Benedet's guy took an outside rush; he got a small piece of the defender on the way to the flat, but with the Seattle rush end square to Benedet, there wasn't enough contact for Swift to effectively chip.PositiveUsageNov 4, 2026
Running back D'Andre Swift earned three touchdowns and accumulated hard yards in the Bears' 34-17 win over Seattle; the source notes it will be beneficial when Kyle Monangai returns to reform the running back duo.PositiveProjectionNov 4, 2026
D'Andre Swift scored 26.7 fantasy points against the Seahawks in Week 8, the most fantasy points of any RB against Seattle in the 2025-2026 seasons. He is now the RB9 in PPR points per game this season, just ahead of Jonathan Taylor and Jaylen Warren.PositiveRoleNov 3, 2026
With Monangai sidelined by thumb and turf toe injuries, D'Andre Swift is an RB1 for the Bears.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift recorded three successful red zone rushes in the Bears' victory, including one that produced a touchdown; the source emphasizes that success rate matters more than raw yardage, and Swift's red zone efficiency was a key component of Chicago's offensive execution.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored three touchdowns on the ground against Seattle, including one on a hurry-up snap following Raymond's 39-yard lateral gain (27-17), and the knockout punch on a subsequent drive. The source notes it's 'almost impossible to believe' that the return of RB1 and RB2 running behind a line bolstered by Quenton Nelson made no difference, implying Swift's dominance was a key factor in Chicago's victory.NegativeUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift has handled a heavy workload in Kyle Monangai's absence, averaging 3.2 yards on 74 carries over the past four games. With Monangai expected to return in Week 9 and the Bears coming off a short week, head coach Ben Johnson will likely be open to reducing Swift's workload.PositiveProjectionNov 3, 2026
D'Andre Swift rushed for three touchdowns in Chicago's 34-17 Week 8 victory over Seattle, showcasing strong production in the Bears' dominant offensive performance.NegativeMatchupNov 3, 2026
Swift averaged just 2.6 yards per carry against Seattle's loaded defensive interior on Monday, struggling against one of the NFL's best defenses despite the Bears' overall offensive dominance in the 34-17 win.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored two of his three total touchdowns in the game, including a touchdown that 'snuffed out the last of Seattle's comeback spark' on the Bears' second-to-last scoring drive. He also rushed for significant yardage in the dominant 34-17 victory.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored three short touchdown runs in the Bears' 34-17 victory over Seattle, with his third TD coming after Sam Darnold's fourth-quarter interception set up the score with 4:41 remaining; the three rushing touchdowns proved to be more than enough offensive firepower against the Seahawks.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
The Bears RB found the end zone three times despite the team's overall rushing attack struggling to 86 yards on 2.7 yards per carry. Swift's touchdown production provided offensive firepower even as Chicago's ground game underperformed.PositiveRoleNov 3, 2026
Scored three rushing touchdowns to close out the game: a 1-yard run in the third quarter and two 5-yard runs in the fourth quarter. Swift's scoring runs exemplified Chicago's sustained, physical approach to the game; the source notes 'Swift's three rushing touchdowns closed the game after Seattle got within three' and 'Swift's short-yardage score perfectly complemented the long opening drive. Chicago is winning with sustained, physical football rather than relying on explosives.'PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift dominated the second half with three touchdown runs (1, 5, and 5 yards) and finished with 27 carries for 69 yards in the Bears' 34-17 victory; his heavy workload and multiple scoring opportunities underscore his role as the lead back.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift was a workhorse for the Bears, converting a 4th and 1 on the opening drive, scoring a rushing touchdown from a couple yards out in the third quarter, and adding a game-sealing hat trick (three total touchdowns). He was featured heavily in the Bears' dominant offensive performance and finished with multiple scoring plays.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored a 5-yard touchdown run with 8:28 remaining in the fourth quarter to extend the Bears' lead to 27-17, demonstrating continued offensive involvement in a game where the Bears maintained control throughout.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored a 1-yard touchdown run to extend the Bears' lead to 20-9 in the third quarter; he has 16 carries for 39 yards and a touchdown through three quarters, showing continued offensive involvement in the game.NegativeUsageNov 3, 2026
Only 26 yards on 11 carries through halftime; limited production in Bears' first half despite team's early offensive success.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift converted a crucial fourth-and-1 on a 5-yard run from the Bears' own 49-yard line during the Bears' opening 17-play, 80-yard touchdown drive on Monday Night Football; the drive lasted 8:32 and was the most plays allowed by the Seahawks on a drive this season.PositiveUsageNov 3, 2026
Swift scored twice in the game, including a five-yard touchdown run that extended the Bears' lead after Williams' late drive, and added a third touchdown later to seal the 34-17 victory; finished with multiple scoring opportunities in the primetime win.PositiveUsageNov 2, 2026
Swift picked up three goal-line touchdowns in the Bears' 34-17 win over Seattle, establishing him as the team's primary red-zone back despite Williams' arm doing most of the hard work in the game.PositiveUsageNov 2, 2026
Swift picked up three goal-line touchdowns in the Bears' 34-17 win over Seattle, handling the red-zone workload while Williams' arm did most of the hard work downfield.PositiveProjectionNov 2, 2026
D'Andre Swift is the focal point of Chicago's running game with Kyle Monangai out for the fourth straight game; he has scored in all three games without Monangai and has four catches in each of the past three games, making him a strong anytime TD scorer at -105 odds with both rushing and receiving touchdown opportunities.PositiveRoleNov 2, 2026
Part of Chicago's dynamic and physical running back duo; expected to carry more of the Bears' rushing load with Kyle Monangai unavailable for the Monday Night Football game against Seattle.PositiveProjectionNov 1, 2026
D'Andre Swift is projected to combine with Monangai to put up 150 yards on the ground, with Swift expected to be part of the Bears' two-headed monster running back approach that will control the clock and dominate the ground game against Seattle.NegativeUsageOct 31, 2026
Swift is part of Chicago's productive rushing combination with 476 yards on 116 carries, averaging 4.1 yards per attempt with seven touchdowns through seven games. The Bears' ground game strategy does not require breaking off huge runs early; instead, they work through four- and five-yard gains to stay ahead of the chains and gradually force the defense to respect the run. This approach is particularly important against Seattle's defense, which wants to dictate passing situations and unleash its pass rush. Swift's usage profile, combined with Kyle Monangai's different approach, gives Johnson two backs that allow Chicago to keep its ground game involved throughout the game.PositiveUsageOct 31, 2026
Has been consistent for Chicago, totaling 476 yards and seven touchdowns; will likely command the backfield again with fellow back Kyle Monangai sidelined by toe and thumb injuries after logging two consecutive missed practices to open the week.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
Swift faces a tough matchup against Seattle, which is eighth best overall against running backs for fantasy purposes and especially tough at home; the Seahawks just shut down Kenneth Walker's revenge game. Swift will also lose opportunity share if Kyle Monangai returns, though the source hopes he sees more involvement in the passing game.NegativeMatchupOct 29, 2026
D'Andre Swift at SEA is in a tough spot in Week 8 despite being very reliable and hard to sit. Seattle is eighth best overall against running backs for fantasy purposes and especially tough at home, where they just put Kenneth Walker's revenge game in a trash compactor.PositiveUsageOct 29, 2026
Swift had 22 carries for 78 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' dominant offensive performance against the Patriots. Chicago rushed 30 times compared to New England's 17 carries, and Swift led the Bears' ground attack in a game where Chicago possessed the football for 12:21 minutes versus the Patriots' 2:39.NegativeUsageOct 29, 2026
Swift was targeted on a checkdown in the 3rd quarter on 1st and 10, catching an 11-yard completion that resulted in a first down. The source uses this play to illustrate Williams' willingness to take the checkdown and work with what the defense presents rather than forcing downfield; Swift released into open space in front of the linebackers as deeper routes (Burden and Odunze on a deep scissors concept) were covered, and Williams delivered the easy completion giving Swift room to turn upfield.NegativeUsageOct 29, 2026
Swift scored on a 4-yard rushing touchdown following Williams' 58-yard completion to Burden that put the Bears in goal-to-go situation.PositiveMatchupOct 29, 2026
Swift is positioned to do damage through the air against the Seahawks, who have allowed 38 receptions to RBs this season, tied for third-most in the NFL.NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
D'Andre Swift ranked 22nd of 42 RBs in Week 7 PFN Impact Scoring with a 75.5 grade.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Swift took on huge workload in Week 7 (RB13 on RB10 usage, 26 total touches) after Roschon Johnson fumbled, but appears banged up on tape and practice clips. The Seahawks present an elite rushing defense—the only truly elite run defense, allowing fewest passing yards per game (158) and sixth-fewest rushing yards per game (89). They shut Kenneth Walker III down to 57 scoreless yards on SNF. The Bears enter as 3-point road underdogs with 21.75-point implied total (18th), requiring adjustments.PositiveMatchupOct 28, 2026
Swift finished as RB12 against Green Bay this month, demonstrating the Packers' vulnerability to running backs. Green Bay ranks sixth in half PPR points allowed to RBs at 23.3 per game, including 16.9 rushing points allowed per game (fourth). The Packers are also down a pair of LBs if Zaire Franklin misses another game.PositiveValueOct 28, 2026
Ranked #12 in rest-of-season RB trade value with a HALFPPR value of 55; positioned in the middle tier of running back trade values.PositiveRoleOct 28, 2026
With Kyle Monangai sidelined, D'Andre Swift is splitting touches with Roschon Johnson in the Bears backfield and is RB2-viable.NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Swift has assumed a workhorse role in Monangai's absence and has scored four times in his past three games, but he has averaged only 3.2 yards per carry over the past two contests, indicating declining efficiency. His role will diminish upon Monangai's return.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Swift is part of the Bears' 5-2 offense that is described as 'more potent (on paper) than the Chiefs' and will face the Seahawks' defense in an upcoming primetime matchup at Lumen Field.PositiveUsageOct 26, 2026
Recorded 22 carries for 78 yards with a TD and a long rush of 10 yards against New England; though the stat line was not noteworthy, Swift was consistent throughout, wearing down Patriots' defenders with methodical 2-4 yard runs executed with aggression and forward lean. He also showed explosive runs where he made the first guy miss and maneuvered through multiple defenders. His 26 total touches were a season high, and he benefited from the mini-bye that comes with Thursday Night Football before a Monday night game.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift is playing through injuries and has lost two fumbles in three games; Monangai's return will allow Johnson to give Swift more of a break and not rely so much on the recently extended running back to take more punishment than needed at the midpoint of the season.NegativeInjuryOct 23, 2026
Swift appears to be getting healthier for the first time in a few weeks. His yard-per-carry numbers have steadily declined as the season has progressed, partly due to his own health issues and partly due to interior offensive line struggles. Swift has lost two fumbles in three games, which led to discussions about a 50-50 split with Monangai before Monangai's injury. The source notes Swift is playing through some things and will benefit from Monangai's return, which should allow Johnson to give Swift more of a break and reduce the punishment he's taking at the midpoint of the season.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift and the Bears offense forced the Patriots defense to miss 16 tackles while racking up 149 yards after the catch and 85 rushing yards after contact, speaking to their physicality and the Bears' offensive execution.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift was a focal point of Chicago's ground attack against New England; the Bears managed 3.1 yards after contact in the run game, a figure that surpasses Kansas City Chiefs' league-leading average of three yards per attempt this season, demonstrating Swift's effectiveness in generating yards after contact and the Bears' commitment to running the ball.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift led the Bears' running back room with 91 rushing yards and one touchdown across 24 attempts. Swift was part of an offense that finished 4-of-12 on third down, 2-of-2 on fourth down and 3-of-4 in the red zone.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift finished a Bears red-zone drive with a 4-yard touchdown run in the first quarter, contributing to Chicago's early 10-0 lead and efficient offensive start.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift had 22 carries for 78 yards and a touchdown in the Bears' 30-24 win, averaging 3.5 yards per carry.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift was heavily involved in the Bears offense, scoring a touchdown on his first play from the 1-yard line in the first quarter and recording multiple short pass receptions throughout the game to move the chains and set up field goal range.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift scored a touchdown for the Bears in the first half against New England, contributing to Chicago's 20-7 lead before the Patriots' late score.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift scored a touchdown on a short-yardage run set up by Luther Burden's 22-yard reception and carries; he finished the first half with nine carries for 37 yards and a touchdown.PositiveUsageOct 23, 2026
Swift took a knee hit on a third-down play for no gain on the Bears' second possession but bounced back to score a touchdown on their third possession; his 4-yard touchdown run gave the Bears a 10-0 lead over the Patriots.NegativeUsageOct 22, 2026
Bears running back D'Andre Swift led Chicago's run game with 78 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries, averaging 3.5 yards per attempt in the Week 7 win over New England.NegativeUsageOct 22, 2026
Swift led Chicago's run game with 78 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries, averaging 3.5 yards per carry. While the efficiency wasn't elite, Swift was the Bears' primary back in a game where New England's run game struggled significantly.NegativeInjuryOct 22, 2026
D'Andre Swift is listed among Bears players to monitor heading into Thursday night's game against New England; specific injury status not detailed in preview.PositiveRoleOct 22, 2026
Swift is expected to be a feature back for the Bears against New England. Multiple analysts project him to notch another touchdown, with one predictor specifically forecasting a Swift touchdown in their game prediction.PositiveProjectionOct 22, 2026
D'Andre Swift is targeted OVER 60.5 rushing yards (-113) despite not surpassing this mark since September 28th, with October totals of 58, 43, and 44 yards. With Monangai out and Roschon Johnson sharing carries, the source believes Ben Johnson will want to establish the run to keep the defense off the field; while the Patriots defense is stingy with rushing yards, the source expects Swift to clear this number, potentially in the 4th quarter.NegativeProjectionOct 22, 2026
Ranked 7th among running backs in Week 7 by the source, facing New England.NegativeUsageOct 22, 2026
Swift is the starter in the Bears' 1-2 punch with Kyle Monangai and is able to generate big plays; however, with Monangai sidelined by injury, the dual-threat element of the backfield is diminished, though Swift remains capable of producing explosive runs.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
Bill Zimmerman notes that D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai form a complementary pairing in the Bears backfield, with Swift remaining part of the two-headed running back approach.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
Swift is sharing running back duties with Kyle Monangai for the Bears; Monangai's injury is noted as a concern because the Bears' rushing attack isn't quite the same without him sharing time with Swift.NegativeUsageOct 22, 2026
Swift was targeted on Caleb Williams' lone poorly graded play against Atlanta in Week 6. The pass was nearly intercepted but still received a grade despite an offensive penalty because it was committed by the offense. Had the defender secured the interception, Atlanta could have declined the penalty and taken possession. This represents Williams' only poor play of the game (2.1% Poor Play Rate).NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
D'Andre Swift is featured in the game photo carrying the ball for the Bears against the Patriots' secondary in the Week 7 Thursday night matchup.NegativeRoleOct 22, 2026
On Sack 13 (3rd quarter), D'Andre Swift took the linebacker with him towards the sideline, which freed up Kalif Raymond on a quick curl route that would have been an easy 5-yard completion on first down.PositiveMatchupOct 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift is more than capable of creating problems for the Patriots run defense, which has struggled this season; the source notes Swift can operate effectively on his own despite the Bears being without their No. 2 running back Kyle Monangai, and the Patriots' defensive lapses (missed tackles, insufficient angles) make them vulnerable to the Bears' run game.NegativeRoleOct 21, 2026
Swift remains the primary running back for the Bears with Roschon Johnson as his backup; if Kyle Monangai can't play Thursday against the Patriots, Johnson would see increased usage.PositiveRoleOct 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift scored a touchdown against the Falcons in the second quarter, contributing to the Bears' efficient red zone performance in their game on October 18, 2026.PositiveUsageOct 21, 2026
Scored a 4-yard touchdown in the first quarter, contributing to the Bears' dominant 14–0 lead early in the game.PositiveUsageOct 21, 2026
Swift is the Bears' main running back and a dangerous player as both a runner and receiver. He has carried the ball 94 times for 398 yards and six touchdowns, averaging 4.2 yards per carry, establishing him as a workhorse in the offense.PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026
Swift suddenly finds himself in one of the better spots for Week 5 with the backfield mostly to himself for as long as Monangai remains sidelined; he should be fired up in all formats as a middling RB1 in a difficult matchup against the Falcons, should Monangai miss another week.