D’Andre Swift has suddenly found himself in the spotlight again, and fantasy football managers are paying close attention. After an unexpected absence last week, questions are swirling about his availability heading into Week 10. Chicago’s offense has leaned heavily on him when healthy, making his status critical for upcoming lineups.
Here’s what we know so far about his situation and what it could mean for your fantasy football roster.
D’Andre Swift Injury Update
Chicago Bears running back Swift missed Week 9’s matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a lingering groin injury. The injury is not expected to be a long-term issue, but it has also lingered throughout the season for the veteran running back.
Swift logged a limited practice on Wednesday, a positive step toward his returning to the lineup in Week 10. His participation will need to be monitored throughout the week.
— PFSN Fantasy Football Analyst Dan Fornek
Swift Fantasy Outlook
Swift missed last week (groin), his first DNP since joining the Bears after some durability concerns to open his career with the Lions.
The hope is that this is nothing that lingers.
He had been able to play through this nagging issue for much of October, but he didn’t practice last week and now has to be watched (Chicago is a month past their bye).
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If things look promising, you play him. This offense is hardly a work of art, but Swift has produced 12.8% above expectations this season, the second-best mark of his career. This isn’t a matchup to fear in general, and the versatility in this profile (24 targets and 100 rush attempts across his seven games) makes him a reliable player regardless of the projected script.
Track the injury reports, but I currently have Swift penciled in as my RB2 in spots where I roster him.
— PFSN Fantasy Football Analyst Kyle Soppe
