D'andre Swift

Career StatsC+

Year	Team	GP	Yards	TD	YPC
Career		89	4,775	38	4.5
2025		16	1,087	9	4.9
2024		17	959	6	3.8
2023		16

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

The Chicago Bears secured solid value with D'Andre Swift's three-year, $24M deal, landing a proven contributor at below-market rates for starting-caliber running backs. Swift earns a B- CVI as a solid starter commanding $8M annually — a figure that reflects both his demonstrated ability to impact games when healthy and the inherent volatility that comes with his injury history. At 25, Swift enters his prime years with the burst and pass-catching skills that made him effective in Detroit, though his durability concerns keep this from being an outright steal. The $14M in guaranteed money provides Chicago reasonable protection while giving Swift security, structuring the risk appropriately for a player who's shown flashes of being above-average but hasn't consistently stayed on the field. This represents smart roster building by the Bears, adding legitimate talent to their backfield without breaking the bank or committing long-term resources to a position where careers can derail quickly.

Performance Analysis

D'Andre Swift, a former second-round pick now in his sixth NFL season, remains a legitimate feature back for the Chicago Bears at 27. After a troubling C- grade in 2024, Swift has rebounded meaningfully in 2025, earning a B and reminding the league why he was once considered among the game's most versatile young backs. His overall C+ career grade reflects inconsistency and durability concerns, but his current trajectory is genuinely encouraging. Swift's 4.87 yards per carry this season comfortably exceeds the NFL average of 4.10, signaling that his burst and contact balance remain intact. His 67.9 rushing yards per game also tops the league average of 55.0, though he remains below the elite threshold of 85.0 — closer to a Brian Robinson than a Derrick Henry. His 0.56 rush touchdowns per game nearly matches the elite benchmark of 0.65, suggesting improved red-zone trust from Chicago's coaching staff. The concern has always been availability — Swift has rarely strung together full, healthy seasons — and his career-long efficiency must translate into consistent 16-game contributions to earn a genuine upgrade. If the 2025 momentum holds, Swift has a credible path toward a B+ season and a late-career resurgence reminiscent of Kareem Hunt's second act. Watch his workload management and the Bears' offensive line development — both will dictate whether this rebound is sustainable or another false dawn.

Current Sentiment

D'Andre Swift finds himself in an awkward liminal space heading into 2026, earning a B- sentiment grade that reflects his contradictory standing with the Chicago Bears organization and fanbase. Despite delivering his second career 1,000-yard rushing season, Swift faces persistent trade speculation that undermines what should be a position of strength, creating a narrative where his productivity feels secondary to front office machinations. The media frames him as a capable, above-average starter whose future remains clouded not by performance deficiencies, but by organizational uncertainty about his role in Chicago's long-term vision. Swift's public statements expressing his desire to remain with the Bears add an emotional wrinkle to the discourse, painting him as a player caught between personal loyalty and business realities. The prevailing sentiment suggests Swift has proven his worth on the field but lacks the institutional security that typically accompanies such production, leaving him vulnerable to decisions beyond his control. This B- grade captures the essence of a player who has done enough to warrant stability but exists in a perpetual state of professional uncertainty that colors how his contributions are perceived.