D'Andre Swift Limited by Hip Injury, Bears Eye Three-Down Role for Star Running Back

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury. The Bears signed Swift to a three-year, $24 million contract ($15.3 million guaranteed) to revitalize their running game, following his 2023 season with Philadelphia where he surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time. Chicago's improved offense and lack of other versatile backs like Khalil Herbert or Roschon Johnson suggest Swift has a strong chance at a three-down role. However, his career has been marked by minor, nagging injuries, limiting his volume capacity; 2023 was his first season with over 151 carries or 512 snaps. Despite his talent, durability concerns from his time with the Lions (2,878 total yards, 25 TDs in 40 games) suggest he may not sustain a heavy workload, potentially leading to a shared backfield. His rookie season in Detroit was also hampered by a concussion, though he flashed upside with 149 scrimmage yards in Week 10.