Frequently Asked Questions
How much money is D'Andre Swift scheduled to make in 2026?
Swift is scheduled to earn a $6.39 million base salary in 2026, plus a $500,000 roster bonus due March 15. He can also earn up to $510,000 in per game roster bonuses and another $100,000 workout bonus.
What were D'Andre Swift's stats for the 2025 season?
Swift rushed for a career-high 1,087 yards and nine rushing touchdowns. He also caught 34 passes for 299 yards and one receiving touchdown while playing 621 snaps, which was 58% of the Bears' offensive plays.
How much cap space would the Bears save if they release D'Andre Swift?
Releasing Swift would free up $7.47 million in cap space for the Bears. However, it would also create a clear need at running back that they'd have to fill.
Who is D'Andre Swift's backfield partner and how did they work together?
Swift paired with Kyle Monangai throughout the season and the duo worked well together. Swift handled the lead role while Monangai added physical snaps and change of pace carries, giving the Bears good balance.
Will the Bears likely keep D'Andre Swift for the 2026 season?
According to Brad Biggs, the Bears will likely lean toward running it back with Swift in 2026. Swift is productive, healthy, still under contract, and keeping him avoids creating another roster hole while providing continuity for the offense.
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Dave is a Senior NFL Analyst for Sports Mockery, where he has covered the Chicago Bears since 2020. He also co-hosts Bears Film Room, one of the fastest-growing Bears podcasts, delivering instant reactions, breaking news, and detailed film analysis each week. Across X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok, Dave has built a community of more than 100,000 followers who value his insight, breakdowns, and timely, in-depth coverage of everything happening in Chicago. Outside of football, Dave enjoys spending time with his wife, Alanah, and their three kids.
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