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NegativeProjectionNov 6, 2026
D'Andre Swift is featured in Matthew Berry's Week 9 10 Facts analysis, suggesting he is a key player for Week 9 fantasy considerations.NegativeRoleNov 6, 2026
Swift is the Bears' primary running back and is considered the first option in the offense ahead of pass catchers like Burden and Loveland.PositiveUsageNov 5, 2026
In the 4 games Kyle Monangai has missed this season, D'Andre Swift is averaging 21.8 PPG and ranks as the RB4 in utilization score, averaging 22 touches and a 12% target share. Kyle Monangai is once again expected to miss Week 9, positioning Swift for continued high-volume opportunity.PositiveProjectionNov 5, 2026
Over last two games, Swift has monopolized backfield: 82% snaps, 84% attempts, 57% routes, 11% targets, 75% short-yardage, 75% attempts inside five-yard line, 100% 2-minute offense with 91 Utilization Score and 23.5 PPG. Plays in 6th-highest-scoring offense (26.8 PPG, averaging 31.8 over last three games with Caleb Williams). Delivered 27.9 points against Seahawks. Despite Buccaneers being 3rd-hardest RB matchup (-3.6 PPG), projects for 17.1 points with 26.4-point ceiling if Monangai out. Mid-range RB2 if Monangai active.PositiveProjectionNov 1, 2026
D'Andre Swift is an RB1 for the source even in a bad matchup. Kyle Monangai hasn't practiced with thumb and toe injuries, giving Swift another chance at a heavy workload. The matchup is tough; Chicago uses outside zone on 56% of its RB carries, and Seattle has allowed only 3.20 yards per carry on that concept. The Seahawks also haven't allowed a 100-yard rusher in 36 straight games. Swift's receiving role and workload still make him a strong play.PositiveProjectionNov 1, 2026
D'Andre Swift is projected to have another big game, with the source noting that projections support continued strong performance.NegativeProjectionNov 1, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked 21st in Matthew Berry's Week 8 rankings.PositiveProjectionNov 1, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks D'Andre Swift as the No. 20 flex player in Week 8.PositiveRoleOct 30, 2026
D'Andre Swift reclaimed the lead role in Week 7 versus New England after Kyle Monangai's absence created a two-week rotation with Roschon Johnson. Swift posted 92 rushing yards, 26 touches, and 92.7% opportunity share, finding the endzone for a back-end RB1 finish despite averaging just 3.5 yards/touch. The source expects more of the same in a neutral game script against Seattle.PositiveProjectionOct 29, 2026
Swift is the backup to Kyle Monangai (turf toe). If Monangai is out, Swift would be in line for another large workload. The Seahawks are the sixth-hardest RB matchup (-2.4 PPG), but Swift scored 19 points against the Patriots (fourth-toughest matchup, -2.7 PPG), dominating the backfield with 85% of the snaps. Swift is a mid-range RB1 if Monangai is out. If Monangai plays, Swift is a mid-range RB2.NegativeMatchupOct 28, 2026
Swift is downgraded for Week 8 despite being a favorite in six of the past seven weeks with strong production (16.0 fantasy points per game, 628 yards, 7 TDs on 116 carries, 25 targets, 80 Utilization Score). The Bears have a three-day edge off Thursday Night Football and QB Caleb Williams is strong outside division (18-7-1 ATS, 37.3% ROI), but this is a poor travel spot: Bears are on their third road game in four weeks. The Seahawks are on their fourth game in five weeks at home with a boosted HFA (outside division, turf vs. grass), and are No. 2 in defensive rush SR (32.1%). The source states he would "legitimately might consider benching Swift in Guillotine Leagues this week."PositiveUsageOct 26, 2026
Swift (referred to as 'Burden' in the source) is the only other player on the Bears team demanding targets at 22%, alongside Colston Loveland's 25% target share. This concentration of targets between Swift and Loveland in an elite Bears offense (No. 7 scoring, 25.7 PPG, 72.1 plays per game) creates a favorable environment for both players.PositiveProjectionOct 25, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks D'Andre Swift as the 17th-ranked player in his Week 7 rankings.PositiveRoleOct 22, 2026
D'Andre Swift is the lead runner in all phases for the Bears, though the source notes that drive-for-drive rotations exist on this high-powered offense. Swift is recommended as a start at RB9, with the caveat that Kyle Monangai's absence (assumed one more missed week) makes Roschon Johnson interesting with four more teams on bye in Week 7.NegativeRoleOct 21, 2026
Swift remains the clear starter in Chicago's backfield, handling 20 touches in Week 6 against the Falcons. Despite the Bears' 31-7 lead creating an unusual game script, Swift maintained his lead-back role with Roschon Johnson handling most second-half snaps and garbage-time work.NegativeProjectionOct 21, 2026
Swift is ranked No. 10 among running backs in Week 7 rankings.PositiveMatchupOct 21, 2026
Swift is highlighted as a favorite for the sixth time this year against the Patriots in Week 7, based on Bears' implied team total (26.75 points, tied for No. 2). Swift has averaged 15.8 fantasy points per game (538 yards, 6 TDs on 94 carries, 21 targets, 77 Utilization Score) for the season. Without No. 2 RB Kyle Monangai (toe) over the past two weeks, Swift has elevated to 18.2 fantasy points per game (143 yards, 3 TDs on 25 carries, 10 targets, 82 Utilization Score). With QB Caleb Williams' return, the Bears offense is in fine form; Williams has a strong record outside division (17-7-1 ATS, 34.9% ROI). Bears have No. 4 home-field advantage over five years (+5.54, per NFElo) and a boosted home edge against the Pats (outside division/conference, on grass vs. turf).NegativeProjectionOct 18, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks D'Andre Swift at No. 19 in Week 6 fantasy football rankings.PositiveProjectionOct 18, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks D'Andre Swift as the No. 19 flex play for Week 6 in his top-75 rankings.PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026
With Kyle Monangai out, Swift should get a large workload in the Bears backfield. Ranked RB8 for Week 6.NegativeUsageOct 15, 2026
D'Andre Swift listed with Week 6 utilization metrics and 14.8 PPG projection.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) is expected to return this week after finishing last week with limited practice, which should provide a boost to the Bears offense and Swift's production.PositiveMatchupOct 14, 2026
Swift faces a Falcons defense thin on the DL without EDGEs Za'Darius Smith (concussion), Jalon Walker (knee, IR), and James Pearce (suspension) and DT Da'Shawn Hand (quadriceps, IR). This is the fifth time this season Swift has been a fantasy favorite, supported by his production (14.8 PPG, 468 yards, 4 TDs on 78 carries, 16 targets, 74 Utilization Score).PositiveMatchupOct 14, 2026
Swift is mentioned as getting an upgrade because of defensive injuries, facing the Falcons. The article text cuts off mid-sentence before providing full details on Swift's matchup analysis, production, usage, or the specific Falcons defensive injuries.NegativeUsageOct 13, 2026
Despite the Bears leading the league in rushing attempts heading into Week 5 and a favorable matchup, Swift finished with just 13 touches in Week 5. The source expected a heavy workload similar to what Jaylen Warren delivered but instead got minimal volume, raising questions about the coaching staff's game plan.PositiveRoleOct 10, 2026
Swift was removed from the Bears' injury report and should operate as the bell-cow back with Kyle Monangai ruled out with turf toe. Swift and Monangai had split the workload 50/50 this season (Swift at 56% snaps, 49% rushing attempts; Monangai at 41% snaps, 42% carries), with goal-line carries also split. With Monangai sidelined, Swift should handle approximately 80% of snaps and carries with most receiving and goal-line work. The source moved him to consensus RB13, one spot behind Ashton Jeanty, with projections even more bullish at RB6 for the week.PositiveUsageOct 9, 2026
Swift has lost two fumbles over the last three weeks, creating opportunity for Kyle Monangai to take on more work in the Bears offense. This fumble issue is cited as a reason to monitor Monangai's potential breakout.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
With Kyle Monangai (thumb) injured, Swift could see an expanded role in Week 5. Despite being outproduced by Monangai in Week 4 (27.5 fantasy points vs. 6.4; 73 Utilization Score vs. 49), Swift remains the No. 1 RB in an offense averaging 25.0 points over the past two games despite missing its QB. The Bears face the Packers without playmaking LB Edgerrin Cooper (Achilles), and the matchup is favorable given the division rivalry and similar outdoor grass surface.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
Swift faces the Packers in Week 5, a matchup where he has 11 prior games against Green Bay but has never topped 100 total yards. The source expects this streak to end this week due to: (1) teammate Kyle Monangai dealing with a minor thumb injury that could open the door for more work; (2) Green Bay allowing the third-most fantasy points to RBs this season; (3) Ben Johnson's scheme expected to get Swift the ball early and often, especially in space. The source states: 'Don't make it an even dozen, because Swift is breaking that streak this week.'PositiveValueOct 7, 2026
Swift is a buy-low candidate despite being outshined by Kyle Monangai in Week 4. Swift started the game and saw 6 carries on the opening drive, but after losing a fumble early in the third quarter, he did not see a single carry for the rest of the game and didn't even play a snap. Monangai carried the ball 30 times for 146 yards and two touchdowns. However, the source notes that things like this happen all the time in different backfields, and just about every time, the starter goes back to being the starter the very next week. Head coach Ben Johnson said Swift's lack of playing time had nothing to do with a potential knee aggravation. Monangai will continue to have a role, but not as the unquestioned lead option or with 30 carries. The Bears rank second in the league in rush rate (49%), and from Weeks 1-3, Swift was handling 64% of snaps and 59% of rush attempts. The source views Swift as a rock-solid RB2, though last week's events may tighten the snap and carry split going forward.NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026
Swift's role in the Bears backfield took a significant hit on Sunday after he fumbled early in the third quarter. Following the turnover, Swift did not see a single carry for the rest of the game and did not even play a snap. While head coach Ben Johnson said the benching had nothing to do with a potential knee aggravation from the fumble, Swift finished with 36% of snaps to Kyle Monangai's 54%. The source notes that while Swift's benching likely doesn't carry over into Week 5, Monangai's stellar performance could lead to an even tighter rotation, making Swift a less-appealing RB2 going forward.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Swift is listed with a utilization PPG of 14.6 and a Week 5 projection of 11.9 fantasy points, indicating a gap between his usage-based value and projected output.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Ranked No. 14 in Matthew Freedman's Week 5 RB rankings (separate from matchup upgrade analysis).PositiveMatchupOct 7, 2026
Upgraded for Week 5 matchup against Packers, who allow the largest fantasy boost to RBs (+9.7 per Fantasy Life DvP Matrix). Despite Kyle Monangai outproducing him in Week 4 (27.5 vs. 6.4 fantasy points), Swift remains the No. 1 RB in an offense averaging 25.0 points over the past two games without its QB. Packers will be without playmaking LB Edgerrin Cooper (Achilles), further aiding the matchup.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Ben Johnson benched Swift after he fumbled in the second half of the 23-12 victory over the Jets, despite Swift posting 74 scrimmage yards. Swift faces a road game in Green Bay, where the Packers allow the third-most fantasy points and rushing yards to RBs. Johnson likes to run the ball, so if Swift is healthy (he recently battled a knee injury), he will be part of a two-headed monster with Kyle Monangai.PositiveUsageOct 6, 2026
Swift took a back seat to Kyle Monangai after some ball security issues in Week 4, playing only 36% of the snaps with 30% of the rush attempts. Prior to this game, however, Swift was playing 64% of the snaps and leading the backfield with 59% of the rush attempts and a gaudy 22% TPRR. While Monangai exploded on his 30 touches last week, he's also listed as day-to-day with a thumb issue after missing the final 4 minutes of the game. Even if active, it's not a given that he's suddenly siphoned a bigger role from Swift given how solid the latter has been this season, and the potential for Monangai to miss Week 5 could give Swift some short-term boost to his ceiling upside. Recommended bid: 12-15% (Slightly below average).NegativeUsageOct 6, 2026
Swift saw his fair share of touches in Week 4 alongside Kyle Monangai's 30-carry workload in the Bears' run-heavy offense under Ben Johnson. While the source does not specify Swift's exact touch total, his involvement indicates a committee approach in Chicago's backfield, though Monangai appears to be the primary bell cow.NegativeUsageOct 5, 2026
D'Andre Swift saw only 15 carries vs. 30 for Kyle Monangai in Week 4 after Ben Johnson rode the hot hand with Monangai against the Jets.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
D'Andre Swift ranked as a top-25 flex play in Week 4 rankings, positioned at RB23 overall in the flex tier.PositiveValueOct 2, 2026
Swift is recommended as a buy target for Week 4, with the source suggesting to 'be Swift in trade talks,' indicating he is undervalued and a good acquisition target.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Swift is ranked No. 15 in the Week 4 running back rankings.PositiveMatchupSep 30, 2026
Swift is upgraded for Week 4 vs. the Jets as a home favorite. QB Caleb Williams (hamstring) is uncertain to play, but the Bears offense scored 27 points against the Eagles on Monday Night Football. The Jets rank No. 4 in largest fantasy boost allowed to RBs (+3.5). Swift has produced 17.4 fantasy points per game, 321 yards, 3 TDs on 54 carries, 9 targets, and an 82 Utilization Score. The Bears have the No. 5 home-field advantage over the past five years (+4.72 per NFElo), amplified by the Jets being out of division/conference and on grass (vs. turf). The Jets are on their third road game in four weeks while the Bears are home for a third consecutive matchup.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
The source projects that Chicago will lean on Swift and Kyle Monangai, with plenty of rushing attempts expected for both players in upcoming games.PositiveValueSep 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift is a buy-low candidate following the Bears' collapse from a 59-point Week 1 to a no-score loss at home in Week 2; despite the offensive struggles, Swift's floor held steady in the poor game, suggesting reliable production even in difficult circumstances. The source notes league skepticism around Ben Johnson and the Bears' Week 1 performance may have depressed Swift's value.PositiveUsageSep 23, 2026
Swift's role expanded significantly in Week 2 across multiple metrics: snaps rose from 57% to 67%, routes from 24% to 45%, targets from 4% to 21%, TPRR from 0.11 to 0.32, and I5 Att from 75% to 100%. Despite a Week 1 boom (31.9 points) followed by a down Week 2 (10.4 points), his role in Chicago's potent offense is very strong and growing. He's risen 10 spots from his preseason ADP of 44.4 to a ROS ranking of 34 (RB16), establishing himself as a mid-range RB2 with high-end RB2 upside.NegativeUsageSep 17, 2026
D'Andre Swift is listed with utilization notes and projects for 12.3 fantasy points in Week 2; his PPG of 31.9 reflects early-season volume in Chicago's high-flying offense.PositiveValueSep 17, 2026
D'Andre Swift is rising +7.3 ADP to 29.7 as drafters are now respecting his talent. Swift was falling into the 40s in summer drafts despite being in a great offense with a solid offensive line. His Week 1 performance of 134 scrimmage yards and 3 TDs validated his talent. Even while sharing the backfield with Kyle Monangai, Swift is the clear RB1 in the Eagles offense. He faces a home date against the Vikings this week.PositiveUsageSep 16, 2026
D'Andre Swift is the lead back in the Bears' explosive offense, having just signed a three-year/$33.75 million contract extension. In Week 1, he scored three touchdowns, demonstrating his role as the primary ball carrier in an offense that dropped 59 points on the Panthers. The Bears' offensive firepower and head coach Ben Johnson's commitment to scoring more points than any team this season position Swift as a workhorse back in a high-volume environment.NegativeProjectionSep 16, 2026
Swift is ranked No. 15 in the source's Week 2 RB rankings.PositiveProjectionSep 16, 2026
Swift is upgraded for Week 2 vs. Vikings after a career-best 1,386-yard, 10-TD campaign last year and a No. 2 RB finish in Week 1 (31.9 points, 134 yards, 3 TDs on 18 carries, 1 target). The source notes Swift is one of only nine RBs with 1,200+ scrimmage yards in each of the past three seasons, suggesting he is better at football than most people think. The Bears are No. 5 in implied team total (27 points) and scored 59 points in Week 1, giving them a chance to do considerable damage as a home favorite.PositiveMatchupSep 15, 2026
Swift has averaged 21.6 touches per game against Minnesota since 2023, providing strong historical context for Week 2 matchup; the source uses this data to project 20-plus touches and another touchdown against the Vikings.PositiveUsageSep 15, 2026
Swift turned 19 touches into three touchdowns in Week 1 against the Panthers; the source projects 20-plus touches in Week 2 against Minnesota, citing Coach Ben Johnson's commitment to the run game and Swift's recent contract extension as reasons the offense will continue to feature him heavily.NegativeProjectionSep 11, 2026
D'Andre Swift projects to 12.6 PPG in Week 1, down from his 13.1 PPG average, suggesting slightly reduced usage or role in the Bears backfield against the Panthers.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
Swift upgraded for Week 1 at Panthers due to offensive injury; No. 2 RB Kyle Monangai (knee) highly questionable to play. Swift is one of source's 2026 fantasy favorites, coming off career-best 1,386-yard, 10-TD campaign at age 27. One of only nine RBs with 1,200+ scrimmage yards in each of past three seasons; figures to function as true lead back this week. QB Caleb Williams has played best outside division (15-7-1 ATS, 29.8% ROI).PositiveInjurySep 5, 2026
Swift exited Thursday's practice with abdominal soreness but it turned out to be nothing more than a cramp, avoiding a setback. The source notes Swift's production has been central to the Bears' offensive turnaround, ranking well above league average in yards over expected per attempt while averaging nearly five yards per carry. At his current ADP, the source recommends targeting Swift before the position drops off, securing a multi-tool player in an explosive offense.NegativeValueSep 3, 2026
Appears in both Round 4 and Round 5 as a floor play with projectable volume but lacking dual-threat traits and/or good offensive environment; McFarland targets him for teams with zero or one RB rostered.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
Swift has recorded at least 220 carries, 40 targets, and 1,200 scrimmage yards in three consecutive seasons, improving his fantasy finish each year and culminating in an RB14 finish last season. He is being drafted closer to RB23 despite this reliable production, making him undervalued relative to his track record.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
Matthew Berry highlights D'Andre Swift as an 'unsexy' player who will help you win. Swift has at least 220 carries, 40 targets and 1,200 scrimmage yards in three consecutive seasons. He has also improved his fantasy finish in each of those years, culminating in an RB14 finish last season. He's still being drafted closer to RB23 because apparently reliable production is offensive to people.PositiveRoleSep 2, 2026
Swift is a strong RB2 pick at the 4-5 turn. Kyle Monangai is expected to miss some time, giving Swift a cleaner path to early-season work. He is a known commodity in a Ben Johnson offense, offering a stable option with a huge gap in projection versus alternatives like Jadarian Price.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
Matthew Berry ranks Swift as a top-20 RB heading into the season, expressing confidence in the Bears offense and wanting as much of it as possible in his portfolio.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
Last season, D'Andre Swift ranked top 12 among RBs in rush yards per game, averaging a career-high 67.9 per game. 13% of Swift's rushes gained 10-plus yards, the sixth-highest rate among RBs with 100-plus carries. He finished as a top-24 RB in 75% of games and only posted two games with fewer than 9 PPR points. Kyle Monangai will take touches from Swift during the season, but Monangai is currently week-to-week with a knee injury. Matthew Berry ranks Swift as a top-20 RB heading into the season, noting he is perennially undervalued.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift is positioned for potential bell-cow status following Kyle Monangai's hyperextended knee injury. Despite Monangai's emergence as a seventh-round rookie last season, Swift maintained his roles as the short-yardage back and preferred pass catcher. The source projects Swift could be looking at full-on bell-cow status for Week 1, with Guillotine League managers who acquire him at his current price tag enjoying the workload that ensues.PositiveValueAug 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift's Guillotine Leagues ADP of 43.8 represents a discount for a player with remarkable consistency across six seasons, posting PPR fantasy finishes between RB15 and RB21 every year despite donning three different uniforms. The source notes that Swift has earned fantasy love in recent weeks as drafters overlook his journeyman status to target a cheap share of Ben Johnson's high-octane Bears offense.PositiveProjectionAug 22, 2026
The Bears offense is talented and showed as much on more than one occasion last season. Ben Johnson, the offensive coordinator, stated: 'I want to have the highest-scoring offense ever, which happens to be the 2013 Denver Broncos. I know how many points per game they scored [37.9], and I want to surpass them. I want shutouts. I want blowouts.' While the passing game will feed families this season, Swift is going to remain a key component of that offensive attack. No. 2 RB Kyle Monangai is currently dealing with a knee injury and is considered week-to-week, which further aligns the stars for Swift to have an absolute monster season.PositiveValueAug 22, 2026
In each of the last three seasons, Swift has had at least 220 carries, 40 targets, and 1,200 yards from scrimmage—a feat only nine running backs have matched in each of the past three seasons. Since entering the NFL, Swift ranks fourth among all running backs in targets, fourth in receptions, and fourth in receiving yards. He has increased his total fantasy points in each of the last three years, finishing last year as RB14.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked 49th in the top-100 player rankings with a bye week in week 10.NegativeProjectionAug 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift ranked 49th in Fantasy Life consensus top-100 rankings; bye week 10 (Chicago).PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift is highlighted as an arbitrage opportunity in 2026 drafts, suggesting his ADP or market price is misaligned with his actual value.PositiveValueAug 21, 2026
Swift offers arbitrage value as a fifth-round pick compared to Omarion Hampton in the second round; both are lead backs in exciting offenses, but Swift has less competition for high-value goal-line and receiving work than Hampton faces from Keaton Mitchell and Kimani Vidal. While Hampton has more upside from his limited sample size, Swift's guaranteed role and production floor make him the better value, and it would not be surprising for Hampton's ADP next season to settle where Swift's is this year.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
D'Andre Swift's thesis gets stronger and stronger as Kyle Monangai deals with a hyperextended knee, improving Swift's opportunity for touches and carries in the Eagles backfield.PositiveValueAug 15, 2026
Swift has maintained at least 220 carries, 40 targets, and 1,200 yards from scrimmage in each of the last three seasons; he ranks fourth among all running backs in targets, receptions, and receiving yards since entering the NFL; he increased his total fantasy points in each of the last three years, finishing last year as RB14 despite currently being drafted as RB23 in consensus ADP. Matthew Berry's framing—"What are we doing here, people?"—signals significant undervaluation given his consistent production and the Bears' stated offensive ambitions under Ben Johnson.PositiveProjectionAug 13, 2026
Over the past three seasons, D'Andre Swift is one of only nine running backs to produce at least 1,200 yards from scrimmage in each of the past three seasons. In each of the last three seasons, Swift has at least 220 carries, 40 targets and 1,200 yards from scrimmage. Since entering the NFL, Swift ranks fourth among all running backs in targets, receptions, and receiving yards. Swift has increased his total fantasy points in each of the last three years, finishing last year as RB14. However, he is currently being drafted as RB23 in consensus ADP, suggesting significant undervaluation.PositiveProjectionAug 10, 2026
Swift is one of Matthew Freedman's favorite RBs this year. He was more efficient than Kyle Monangai last year (4.9 yards per carry vs. 4.6; 6.2 yards per target vs. 5.5) and has 1,200+ scrimmage yards, 220+ carries, and 40+ targets in each of the past three seasons. Coming off a career-best 1,386-yard, 10-TD campaign at age 27, Swift is not a full-blown workhorse but has outperformed his ADP for four straight campaigns. There is a chance the Bears offense is still ascending with QB Caleb Williams and HC Ben Johnson.NegativeProjectionAug 6, 2026
Valenzuela ranks Swift slightly ahead of Bhayshul Tuten in a 10-man PPR choice. Swift averaged 15.1 fantasy points per game with a 65% snap share before a Week 7 groin injury last season. While Kyle Monangai is a concern, Swift is still playing at a high level and Monangai has a more limited skill set to fully take over the workload.NegativeRoleAug 5, 2026
Bears RB D'Andre Swift is positioned as the lead back in Ben Johnson's offense, with Kyle Monangai serving as a high-upside second fiddle with significant standalone value if Swift gets injured. The committee approach mirrors the David Montgomery dynamic from previous years.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
D'Andre Swift is undervalued at 59.7 ADP given his talent and situation; he already has the environmental element working in his favor entering Year 2 of the Caleb Williams-Ben Johnson relationship after a productive first season together. A step forward for Williams as a passer puts Swift in line for more money touches, as he handled 61% of the Bears' goal-line attempts.PositiveMatchupAug 5, 2026
The Bears open the 2026 NFL season on the road at Carolina, where they should have no issue moving the ball and putting up points, creating a favorable early-season matchup for Swift.PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026
Swift holds the Bears' RB1 duties under Ben Johnson's system. While rookie Kyle Monangai siphoned significant work last season, Monangai is not the pass-catcher Swift is and was not the preferred short-yardage back, preserving Swift's three-down role and value.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Swift is a sneaky pick on the board in most leagues but particularly attractive for Guillotine League drafters filling RB2 or flex spots after splurging on QB or TE early. He maintains a three-down skill set and has Ben Johnson's trust for the Bears' RB1 duties. His 14.3 PPR PPG in 2025 (RB17) continues his trend of finishing between RB15 and RB21 in all six seasons in the league.NegativeRoleAug 3, 2026
Swift remains at least the 1A in the Bears backfield. Following Kyle Monangai's breakout Week 9 game last year, the backfield became a two-headed unit, with Swift handling 51% of rush attempts and 56% of snaps—a 10% drop in snap share compared to the first nine weeks. A healthy Monangai will maintain a sizable role, but Swift retains primary status.