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Yahoo Fantasy Football fantasy football takes on D'Andre Swift
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All Yahoo Fantasy Football insights about D'Andre Swift
PositiveProjectionSep 15, 2026
D'Andre Swift scored over 30 fantasy points in Week 1, demonstrating strong production in what appears to be a high-scoring offensive environment.PositiveMatchupSep 11, 2026
Swift is RB13 on Yahoo and RB15 in ECR with a 10% boom rate and 42% hit rate against Carolina. He rushed for 1,087 yards at 4.9 yards per carry with 10 touchdowns last season. From Weeks 12-18, the Panthers allowed the 13th-most yards before contact per attempt, ninth-highest missed-tackle rate, and seventh-most EPA per rush—weaknesses Swift can exploit. Swift finished 13th in explosive-run rate and 11th in rushing success rate among qualifying backs. Chicago's interior line (Joe Thuney, Garrett Bradbury, Jonah Jackson, Darnell Wright) should hold up. Kyle Monangai takes some goal-line work, but Swift maintained a 43% route share (Weeks 10-18) versus 28.8% for Monangai, giving him another path to production even if red-zone carries are split.PositiveRoleSep 11, 2026
Swift is a must-start RB2 with RB1 upside despite Kyle Monangai's return from a hyperextended knee. When Monangai's playing time increased last season, Swift's numbers actually improved in fantasy; the veteran was the RB10 from Week 6 on, with Monangai offering RB26 production during that span. Ben Johnson is pushing for the Bears to challenge the single-season points record, and the Panthers allowed the seventh-most fantasy points to RBs a year ago.PositiveProjectionSep 11, 2026
Swift is a must-start RB2 with RB1 upside in Week 1 against the Panthers. Despite Kyle Monangai avoiding the injury report after a hyperextended knee, Swift's numbers actually improved when Monangai's playing time increased last season; Swift was the RB10 from Week 6 on while Monangai offered RB26 production during that span. Ben Johnson is pushing for the Bears to challenge the single-season points record, and that quest starts against the Panthers, who allowed the seventh-most fantasy points to RBs last year.PositiveValueSep 9, 2026
Swift is a boring value vet on the Bears; the source recommends him if you like that archetype.PositiveProjectionSep 9, 2026
Swift is projected for 86.5 total yards and 14.1 half-PPR fantasy points per betting markets; he was RB13 on RB17 usage from Week 5 onward in 2024 when the Bears figured things out under HC Ben Johnson, posting RB5 success rate while running behind a great OL with all three most-important linemen returning; the matchup is great with the Bears seventh in projected points (24.75) and the Panthers rough against the run last year, though they added EDGE Jaelan Phillips and LB Devin Lloyd this offseason.PositiveMatchupSep 9, 2026
The Panthers were rough against the run last year, creating a favorable matchup for Swift. The Bears project for seventh in points (24.75) this week, setting up a positive game script for the running back.PositiveRoleSep 9, 2026
Even while splitting time with Kyle Monangai last year, Swift was the RB13 on RB17 usage from Week 5 onward when the Bears figured things out under HC Ben Johnson. Swift was the RB5 in success rate during that stretch, showing better vision while running behind a great offensive line. The Bears' three most-important linemen return.NegativeProjectionSep 8, 2026
Ranked as the nineteenth-best running back for Week 1 by Daniel Dobish of TheHuddle.com, facing the Carolina Panthers on the road; flagged with an asterisk indicating status should be double-checked before kickoff.PositiveValueSep 4, 2026
Swift's role in the Bears offense has been under-discussed despite a career year reunited with OC Ben Johnson. His 51.0% rushing success rate ranked fourth among all RBs in 2025, coupled with top-12 marks in adjusted yards after contact per attempt and explosive play rate, securing base-down work. Only six other RBs took more carries from inside the five-yard line. He accomplished this while playing through multiple lower-body injuries, missing just one game. Now mostly healthy with Kyle Monangai's knee hyperextension a week-to-week issue and less offensive uncertainty, Swift deserves early-round consideration alongside the pass-catchers. Chris Allen argues he merits the same draft priority as the high-profile receivers.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
The source is into D'Andre Swift in the fourth or fifth round because the Bears should remain run-heavy and Swift is by far the best option in the Chicago backfield; Kyle Monangai's preseason knee injury makes Swift an even better value.PositiveValueSep 3, 2026
The source is into D'Andre Swift in the fourth or fifth round because the Bears should remain run-heavy and Swift is by far the best option in the Chicago backfield. Kyle Monangai's preseason knee injury makes Swift an even better click.PositiveValueSep 2, 2026
Swift was taken at 4.01, and the source notes that with the current RB landscape, you can make a strong argument for D'Andre Swift and Breece Hall as third-round values. Boone expresses regret that Swift wouldn't get back to him at the end of the frame.PositiveValueSep 2, 2026
Swift is being drafted as RB20 on Yahoo despite being a clear-role back in an offense expected to score frequently; Chris Allen called him a 'boring but dependable' floor pick, noting the running game for Chicago is being under-discussed during the offseason while the fantasy community focuses on pass catchers like Rome Odunze, Luther Burden III, and Colston Loveland. Swift is positioned to carry the mail and get goal-line work regardless of which receiver gets fed, making him a rare dead-zone back with reasonable draft cost relative to his role security.NegativeRoleAug 28, 2026
D'Andre Swift's ADP is expected to rise to 47.2 during Kyle Monangai's absence, but the source questions the sustainability of that elevation. In 2025, Swift had 53% rush share vs. Monangai's 38%, 49% route rate vs. 34%, and 57% goal-line share vs. 40%. HC Ben Johnson's RB splits have been problematic for years, and Swift had the RB1 job in Philadelphia for one year before the Eagles jettisoned him immediately after. Once Monangai returns healthy, his contextual usage should limit Swift's long-term value.PositiveRoleAug 26, 2026
Swift is listed as one of Caleb Williams' elite weapons in Chicago's offense, supporting Williams' projection for improvement in 2026.NegativeRoleAug 25, 2026
Swift is the lead back in Chicago with Kyle Monangai as the complementary back. The source projects a 60-40 split between Swift and Monangai will likely continue. Swift was the RB10 from Week 6 onward last season with 1,386 yards and 10 touchdowns, demonstrating the quality of Ben Johnson's rushing attack.NegativeUsageAug 25, 2026
Swift's production, especially in the second half of 2025, was surprisingly limited to the ground game; he averaged a career low in targets, and Kyle Monangai increased his workload later in the year, capping Swift's ceiling compared to past seasons.PositiveProjectionAug 25, 2026
Swift should be an RB2 thanks to an elite rushing attack; Ben Johnson running backs have scored more than any since 2022, and Swift tied his career high in goal-line attempts, providing a strong floor despite second-half production limitations.NegativeProjectionAug 24, 2026
The source selected Swift in the fourth round over other RBs like Cam Skattebo, Quinshon Judkins, David Montgomery, and Bucky Irving. The source notes that Swift isn't the sexiest pick this season but has been an incredibly reliable RB2 in fantasy since leaving Detroit three seasons ago, making him a dependable floor play in the middle rounds.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
Swift has the potential for a great early season stretch if Kyle Monangai misses time early due to injury. When both are healthy, the source expects ~60-40 Swift in the Bears' RB committee. The Bears' offensive potential is insane, though the red-zone work may not always be best for Swift due to goal-line split with Monangai.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Swift is the primary back for the Bears, and Kyle Monangai is being drafted primarily as a backup to Swift with potential for a sort of Detroit-David-Montgomery upside in Ben Johnson's vision for a record-breaking Bears offense.PositiveValueAug 12, 2026
Denny ranks Swift RB17 and argues the primary back in a hugely run-first offense should be going higher in redraft leagues. While not a matchup-tilting option in 2025, Swift was solid and usable as an RB2 in 12-teamers. Swift saw nearly 60 percent of the team's inside-the-five rushes last season, averaged 0.18 missed tackles forced per carry (vs. Monangai's 0.10), had a lower stuff rate, and higher success rate, making him undervalued.NegativeProjectionAug 12, 2026
Positioned as a low-end RB2, indicating solid running back value with moderate fantasy expectations.NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026
Swift was drafted in Round 4, Pick 48 in the TE Premium mock draft, indicating early-fourth-round value in this format.NegativeValueAug 11, 2026
Swift was the RB15 in fantasy points per game last year on RB19 usage while in a two-to-one split with Kyle Monangai. Both were effective, though Swift runs with more burst and offers more as a receiver. Even if the Bears offense finishes near the No. 9 ranking they achieved last year, Swift is a high-floor option in Round 5 next to very flimsy running back options.PositiveValueAug 10, 2026
RB15 finish with RB20 ADP; the source calls Swift quietly consistent over six NFL seasons and notes the price is reasonable. If Kyle Monangai's soft-tissue injury is significant, Swift could see a modest uptick in usage. The source emphasizes targeting trusted players in strong offenses—Swift should be a green light player on draft boards.PositiveProjectionAug 7, 2026
Swift is characterized as a proven veteran with a limited ceiling in Tier 4. His role is established but offers less upside compared to younger backs with higher breakout potential.PositiveValueAug 5, 2026
Swift is featured as a secondary RB target in the Balanced Approach strategy example, selected at 5.04 ADP. The source uses him as part of a two-RB early-round foundation in a balanced build.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Swift is part of the Bears' young offense under Ben Johnson that the source is happily investing in this year despite the team ranking sixth or worse in terms of fantasy strength of schedule at every position. The source pushes all schedule concerns aside and drafts Swift at will due to the potential of the Bears' offense, which also includes Caleb Williams, Luther Burden III, Rome Odunze, and Kyle Monangai.PositiveRoleJul 28, 2026
Swift is mentioned as part of the Bears' high-potential offense alongside Caleb Williams, Colston Loveland, and Kyle Monangai. Despite Chicago ranking sixth or worse in terms of fantasy strength of schedule at every position this season, the source pushes all schedule concerns aside and drafts this group at will due to the potential of Ben Johnson's young offense.NegativeProjectionNo date
Swift is ranked in Tier IV (Solid RB2s) and could see a pretty dominant workload or at least higher-value touches, but could also be in a major timeshare.