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Underdog Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden fantasy football takes on D'Andre Swift
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All Underdog Fantasy Football - Josh & Hayden insights about D'Andre Swift
NegativeProjectionOct 28, 2026
Ranked RB19 against Seattle Seahawks; this is "the worst spot for DeAndre Swift the entire year." Bears are projected for 21.75 PPR points, but Seahawks are the best rushing defense of the past two years (2023-2024)—you are not running on them. Swift has been playing through injuries and received 26 carries in recent game, but practice video showed him getting up gingerly after being hit with low pads by coaches, suggesting he is not moving freely or at full health. Kyle Manungai is expected to return from turf toe injury (week 7-8 timeline), which will further reduce Swift's workload. Extended rest between Thursday night and following Monday night is positive for injury recovery, but the matchup and health concerns are significant headwinds.PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked as the RB7, which is higher than his consensus ranking of RB10. He has operated as the RB5 in usage over the last two games without Khalil Herbert, handling 18 of 25 backfield touches heading into the fourth quarter of his most recent contest. He benefits from a high team total of nearly 27 points.PositiveUsageOct 14, 2026
The source believes everything is working in DeAndre Swift's favor, noting that the Bears offense is typically efficient and will be even more so with Caleb Williams at quarterback. While there is talk of spreading the load, the source suggests Swift may see a high snap count this week due to a significant drop-off in talent between him and Roschon Johnson.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked as the RB5, significantly higher than the consensus RB10. The source attributes this to his 76% snap share in recent games and a favorable matchup against the Falcons, who rank 26th in usage allowed to receiving running backs. Everything is working in his favor, as the Bears' offense is expected to be more efficient with Caleb Williams at quarterback, and there is a significant talent drop-off between Swift and Roschon Johnson, suggesting Swift will maintain a high snap count.NegativeRoleOct 7, 2026
D'Andre Swift carries significant risk due to a potential 50/50 backfield split and recent fumbling issues; Ben Johnson labeled his recent fumble 'egregious,' which led to him being benched for the remainder of the game.NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026
DeAndre Swift is ranked as the RB13 against the Packers, but faces significant risk due to a potential 50/50 backfield split and coaching frustration following recent fumbles. Currently the RB12 on RB16 usage, Swift has struggled in short-yardage and goal-line situations, leading to speculation that Kyle Vanungai may see increased high-leverage work.NegativeUsageSep 30, 2026
D'Andre Swift started seven of nine drives, signaling a shift in the team's running back rotation usage.NegativeProjectionSep 23, 2026
D'Andre Swift is currently averaging 21 fantasy points per game, trailing the top four running backs who are all averaging over 25 points per game.PositiveProjectionSep 16, 2026
DeAndre Swift is ranked as the RB14 and is viewed as a boom-bust RB2. Despite a 44% rush share since last year due to rotation, he is considered an all-purpose back by the coaching staff. The matchup against the Vikings is challenging for receiving production, but the Bears' 26.5-point projection and reliance on running behind Darnell Wright provide upside. Following his contract extension, acquiring Swift for a first-round pick is considered a winning move, offering better value than rookie prospects like Nicholas Singleton.PositiveProjectionSep 8, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked as the RB13 for Week 1, expected to benefit from a high-scoring Bears offense against the Panthers. Despite concerns regarding the offensive line's health, he is viewed as a strong play, with his ranking potentially moving into the top 10 if the offensive line is fully healthy.PositiveProjectionAug 27, 2026
DeAndre Swift is projected to be a top-12 running back and the highest-scoring player among 'dead zone' backs. Jeremiah Love notes that despite past criticisms, Swift led the NFL in rush yards over expectation per attempt last year and outperformed Khalil Herbert in nearly every advanced metric, including explosive run rate and target share.PositiveValueAug 26, 2026
D'Andre Swift is identified as a superior draft pick in round four compared to selecting a quarterback like Joe Burrow, who is labeled a 'statue quarterback'.NegativeValueAug 26, 2026
The source uses D'Andre Swift as a benchmark for draft positioning, placing him in a tier of players that the source wants to target in drafts.PositiveValueAug 26, 2026
The source categorizes DeAndre Swift within a preferred draft tier of players they want to target, placing him alongside Garrett Wilson.PositiveSleeperAug 20, 2026
The source suggests D'Andre Swift is an undervalued player who does not receive enough attention as a potential late-round dart throw.PositiveProjectionAug 19, 2026
D'Andre Swift is ranked 44th, with Saquon Barkley arguing he is being drafted at his floor. Swift showed increased physicality and aggression last year; if he maintains that form, he possesses significant upside, potentially rivaling top-tier backs like Breece Hall or Travis Etienne if the backfield situation shifts in his favor.PositiveProjectionAug 10, 2026
DeAndre Swift is viewed as a high-upside RB2 in the fifth round. After a strong finish to last season where he was the RB9 in points per game from week six onward, he is expected to maintain a 50/50 or 60/40 split, with significant contingent upside if Kyle Manungai misses time.PositiveProjectionAug 10, 2026
D'Andre Swift is a high-upside RB2 target in the fifth round, coming off an RB15 finish on RB19 usage. Puka Nua highlights his improved decisiveness and fit in Ben Johnson's scheme. Swift finished as the RB9 in PPG from week six onward last season and is expected to maintain a 50/50 or 60/40 split in a top-10 projected Bears offense. He possesses significant contingent upside if Kyle Manungai misses time, as Roshan Johnson is not expected to inherit the full workload in that scenario.PositiveUsageNo date
Swift is ranked as the RB14 and remains an 'A tier' player, bolstered by his high usage inside the 10-yard line (second most carries among RBs) and a favorable matchup against the Jets.NegativeUsageNo date
DeAndre Swift served as the Bears' leading receiver with five receptions for 54 yards, primarily on underneath routes and screens, though he struggled on the ground with only 2.8 yards per carry against a swarming Vikings defense.PositiveValueNo date
D'Andre Swift is identified as a viable target in round four for managers employing a wide receiver-heavy draft strategy, though securing him at that ADP may require some luck.PositiveValueNo date
The source likes DeAndre Swift and selected him as a flex spot player in this draft scenario. Despite initially considering DJ Moore, the source reaffirmed confidence in Swift as a flex option, stating 'I feel really good about my flex spots being Kyrie Williams, DeAndre Swift.' Swift is positioned as a preferred flex selection over other late-round options.PositiveValueNo date
Swift is in the fifth round ADP with Ben Johnson as his offensive coordinator. Johnson ranks second among all playcallers with the highest designed run rates, and having a top-four run-design playcaller helps elevate running back value.PositiveUsageNo date
Swift plays in a wet backfield but in a Ben Johnson-led attack and has demonstrated ability to sustain fantasy value from week 4 through week 17.PositiveUsageNo date
Swift is expected to get the ball a bunch in Ben Johnson's offense and has a pathway to being a top-12 fantasy back, with proven ability to sustain fantasy value from week 4 through week 17.