The Chicago Bears just dropped a huge bomb, locking up running back D’Andre Swift with a three-year extension worth a staggering $33.75 million, including $27.5 million in guaranteed cash. ESPN’s Adam Schefter broke the news, and seriously, this move shows exactly what the Bears are building and who they trust to get it done. It’s Swift’s third NFL contract, and he’s only 27! Talk about securing the bag early.
Swift Is The Real Deal For That Chicago Attack
Look, Swift isn’t just another guy. He was a critical piece for head coach Ben Johnson and the Bears last season, and they went 11-6, taking home the NFC North title. You don’t win your division without your playmakers balling out, right? Swift absolutely delivered, rushing for an insane 1,087 yards and nine touchdowns. And it wasn’t just on the ground, either. He snagged 34 passes for 299 yards and added another score through the air. That’s a true dual-threat weapon, and it’s no surprise Johnson wanted him locked up, especially since they first worked together with the Detroit Lions, who drafted Swift back in 2020. After a quick stop with the Eagles in 2023, he linked up with the Bears on a three-year, $24 million deal in March 2024. Now, before his 2026 season was even done, he’s got this fresh, bigger deal. It’s a huge vote of confidence.
Chicago’s Cap Wizardry Making Power Moves
This Swift extension wasn’t some isolated thing; the Bears have been on a mission this offseason. They’ve been restructuring contracts and making sure their key guys are sticking around long term. Remember back in April when they reworked Jonah Jackson and Cole Kmet’s deals? That opened up more than $10 million in salary-cap space right there. Then, in August, they dropped a massive bag on right tackle Darnell Wright, signing him to a four-year, $116 million extension through 2031, with about $93 million guaranteed. That made him the highest-paid right tackle by average annual value. They didn’t stop there, freeing up another $17 million for the 2026 books by restructuring Joe Thuney, Dayo Odeyingbo, and T.J. Edwards’ deals. All these smart moves got them under the cap and, boom, gave them enough room to get Swift’s extension done *before* the regular season even started. That’s some serious front-office hustle.
The Bears are clearly all-in on their core, and they’re ready to show it. Their season kicks off in Week 1 against the Carolina Panthers. Can they keep the momentum going after making these big moves? You know their fans are ready to see it.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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