Former Georgia running back D’Andre Swift is expected to make a big NFL splash early in his pro career.
Swift, who was drafted in the early second round by the Detroit Lions, is already at the top of predictions for this upcoming season. Sporting News has Swift as the No. 1 2020 fantasy rookie available for next year that can help your team right away.
Detroit had injury problems at the running back position last year, meaning Swift could have a much bigger role than expected early on. He will definitely be used catching short passes in the backfield a lot which will be great for PPR (point per reception) leagues.
Swift was listed ahead of three rookie running backs including the Colts Jonathan Taylor, Chiefs Clyde Edwards-Helaire and Ravens J.K. Dobbins. He was also ranked ahead of Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow, who went first overall to Cincinnati in the draft.
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Sporting News on Swift:
“Swift likely will start in a committee with Kerryon Johnson and Bo Scarbrough, but Matt Patricia will end up trusting the Georgia running back and use him in a similar role as Bill Belichick does with Sony Michel. Swift might be inconsistent from week to week early in the season, but there’s a good chance he leads all rookies in rushing yards in 2020.”
Swift could be a solid steal for fantasy owners who will most definitely want to keep him on their radar.