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Bears agree to sign RB D’Andre Swift to a big contract

Bears agree to sign ex-Lions RB D’Andre Swift to a big contract as free agency starts

One of the first moves reported out of the NFL’s free agent tampering period is one that is sure to raise some eyebrows in Detroit.

Reports indicate former Lions running back D’Andre Swift agreed to a free agent deal with the Chicago Bears. While the deal cannot be finalized before Wednesday, the money being talked about is big.

The reported numbers for Swift, who played 2023 with the Philadelphia Eagles, are $24 million over three years. More importantly, Chicago will give Swift $15.3 million guaranteed at signing.

That’s more than the Lions are paying former Bears RB David Montgomery, who signed with Detroit last year. The Lions signed Montgomery to a 3-year, $18 million deal last offseason with $11 million guaranteed.

While different styles of runners, Montgomery was more efficiently productive in his first year in Detroit than Swift ever was, and also outperformed Swift with the Eagles in 2023.

Swift: 229 carries, 1049 yards, 5 TDs

Montgomery: 219 carries, 1015 yards, 13 TDs

Bears fans who chastised Swift for being soft and overhyped during his time in Detroit now find the shoe on the other foot.

Bears to sign D’Andre Swift to a 3-year, $24M deal in free agency

Former Eagles running back D’Andre Swift is among the ten highest paid running backs in the NFL after agreeing to a 3-year, $24 million deal with the Bears in free agency

The D’Andre Swift era in Philadelphia is over after one season, as the former Georgia Bulldogs star is expected to sign a three-year, $24 million deal with the Bears.

Swift ranked 5th in the NFL with a career-high 1,049 rushing yards (his first 1,000+ yard campaign), trailing only Christian McCaffrey (1,459), Derrick Henry (1,167), Kyren Williams (1,144), and James Cook (1,122).

He also logged 39 receptions for 214 yards and a touchdown.

Philadelphia only has Kenneth Gainwell under contract for 2024, while Swift gets $8 million a year to return to the NFC North division.

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Bears agree to terms with RB D’Andre Swift on 3-year deal

The Bears have agreed to terms with RB D’Andre Swift on a 3-year deal.

The Chicago Bears have made their first big splash of free agency agreeing to terms with former Philadelphia Eagles running back D’Andre Swift, according to several NFL insiders.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, it’s a three-year deal worth $24.5 million for Swift with $15.3 million guaranteed. He joins a Bears backfield featuring Khalil Herbert and Roschon Johnson. Swift will serve as the new starting running back in Chicago.

Swift is coming off a career year with the Eagles, where he rushed for 1,049 yards with 4.6 yards per carry and five touchdowns. He also provided a threat as a pass catcher, hauling in 39 catches for 214 yards and a score. Swift earned his first career Pro Bowl nod in 2023.

Swift is expected to be a focal point in new offensive coordinator Shane Waldron’s offense. While Justin Fields is currently on the roster, the expectation is Chicago will have a rookie quarterback starting in 2024, so having a savvy veteran and playmaker like Swift in the backfield will be key.

Bears expected to make ‘major push’ for RB D’Andre Swift in free agency

The Bears are apparently zeroing in on running back D’Andre Swift in free agency.

The Chicago Bears were reportedly looking to add a dynamic running back in free agency, and it sounds like they’re zeroing on their top topic.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Bears are expected to make a “major push” for Philadelphia Eagles running back D’Andre Swift as free agency kicks off. Schefter notes Swift is a “primary target” for Chicago.

While the Bears were reportedly showing interest in signing former New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley, targeting Swift would be a more cost-effective move for general manager Ryan Pol

UPDATE: The Bears have agreed to terms with Swift.

Bears expected to have major interest in signing Eagles FA running back D’Andre Swift

Adam Schefter reports that the Chicago Bears are expected to make a major push to sign running back D’Andre Swift at the start of free agency

The Bears have the No. 1 pick in April’s NFL Draft and over $62 million in salary cap space, which could allow them to spend heavily on free agents.

Adam Schefter reports that Eagles free agent running back D’Andre Swift is at the top of that list.

The Philadelphia native and former Georgia Bulldog will enter 2024 NFL free agency on a high after posting solid numbers in 2023.

Swift ranked 5th in the NFL with a career-high 1,049 rushing yards (his first 1,000+ yard campaign), trailing only Christian McCaffrey (1,459), Derrick Henry (1,167), Kyren Williams (1,144), and James Cook (1,122).

He also logged 39 receptions for 214 yards and a touchdown.

Philadelphia only has Kenneth Gainwell under contract for 2024, and Spotrac has Swift’s market value at 4-years, $22 million.

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2024 NFL Free Agency: Updated list of Eagles players who will hit the open market

We’re taking an updated look at the Philadelphia Eagles players who are testing NFL free agency

The Eagles are set for wholesale changes after finishing the 2023 season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The dominos are starting to fall as All-Pro center Jason Kelce and star defensive tackle Fletcher Cox have announced their retirements.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, is returning for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

With the fans and media awaiting the start of free agency, we’re looking at an updated list of players hitting the open market.

9 pending free agents the Eagles should not re-sign

We’re looking at nine pending 2024 NFL Free Agents the Philadelphia Eagles should not re-sign

The Eagles have undergone wholesale changes. GM Howie Roseman and head coach Nick Sirianni shook up the coaching staff following Philadelphia’s historic collapse. The team finished the season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The first domino to fall is All-Pro center Jason Kelce, 36, retiring after 13 seasons with the Eagles.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, is negotiating with the Eagles for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

Fletcher Cox could also retire, while several pending free agents will depart.

With the fans and media awaiting the legal tampering period, we’re looking at nine free agents who shouldn’t return.

7 running back the Ravens could target in free agency

We’re looking at ten running backs the Baltimore Ravens could target during the 2024 NFL Free Agency period

The Ravens have several pressing needs this off-season, but one exciting position to watch will be running back, where three players (Melvin Gordon, J.K. Dobbins, Gus Edwards) could all move on in free agency.

Baltimore could add a player in the draft, but if they want to make a splashy or value signing at the start of next week’s free-agent period, GM Eric DeCosta has plenty of big-named options to target.

We’re considering ten running backs Baltimore could target with the new league year fast approaching.

10 running backs the Eagles could target in NFL free agency

We’re looking at 10 running backs the Philadelphia Eagles could target during the 2024 NFL Free Agency period

The Eagles have several pressing needs this off-season, but one exciting position to watch will be running back, where three players (D’Andre Swift, Rashaad Penny, Boston Scott) could all move on in free agency.

Philadelphia could add a player in the draft, but if they want to make a splashy or value signing at the start of next week’s free-agent period, GM Howie Roseman has plenty of big-named options to target.

The Eagles added a new offensive coordinator in former Cowboys and Chargers play caller Kellen Moore. He’ll look to institute a”physical, north-and-south run game” rooted in”getting downhill.”

With the new league year fast approaching, we’re looking at ten running backs Philadelphia could target.

Eagles’ biggest draft needs as the NFL Combine gets underway

We’re looking at the Philadelphia Eagles biggest draft needs with the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine underway from Indianapolis

The Eagles are set for wholesale changes.

GM Howie Roseman retools the roster following Philadelphia’s historic collapse, finishing the season 1-6 after a 10-1 start.

The first domino to fall is All-Pro center Jason Kelce’s decision on his future, 36, who reportedly told his teammates he is retiring after 13 seasons with the Eagles but may now be having a change of heart.

Brandon Graham, who turns 36 in April, says he wants to return to the Eagles for one more final season, his 15th, and he’s one of the few guys on the roster deserving of writing his final script.

We’re looking at Philadelphia’s most significant needs with the scouting combine off and running.