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Will D'Andre Swift play in Week 3 for fantasy football? Is D'Andre Swift injured or hurt heading into Week 3 of 2025? Read the latest D'Andre Swift injury report.
Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift is currently dealing with a quadriceps injury and may be in danger of missing their Week 3 contest against the Dallas Cowboys.
Throughout the opening weeks of the season, the veteran running back has been deployed as their workhorse in the backfield.
So what is Swift's status for Week 3, and will he play? Read the latest D'Andre Swift injury news and fantasy outlook below.
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D'Andre Swift Fantasy Football Injury Update
Following three consecutive limited practice sessions this week due to the quadriceps injury, the Bears opted to list their veteran running back as questionable for their game on Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. While the team has yet to note any progress Swift has made, seeing him practice in a limited practice all week suggests he should be in a good position to suit up.
If we were to have missed a few sessions, he would be in more danger of missing Sunday's game.
#Bears Friday Injury Report pic.twitter.com/gmEAzT6kzo
— Bears Communications (@BearsPR) September 19, 2025
Is D'Andre Swift Playing in Week 3?
On Saturday afternoon, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported that Swift is expected to play, according to a source.
Bears RB D’Andre Swift (questionable, hamstring) is expected to play Sunday vs. Cowboys, per source.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) September 20, 2025
Given that the Bears have yet to make a further statement following his questionable tag on Friday, managers should expect Swift's status to be clearer on game day on Sunday afternoon. While this injury may not be overly serious, the Bears appear to be leaning toward caution regarding their running back.
Managers planning to rely on Swift should look for an alternative option as the Bears play in the late window. Stashing the No. 2 running back on the depth chart, Kyle Monangai is not a bad decision, as he will likely take on most of the workload if Swift were to sit out.
Despite this, seeing Swift remain in a limited capacity and not on the sidelines, and Fowler's recent report, managers should expect that he is cleared to start on Sunday.
D'Andre Swift Fantasy Football Outlook for Week 3
If Swift were to suit up, managers should view him as an RB2 in all formats. Through the first two weeks of this season, Swift has been given a significant workload in the Chicago backfield. While his efficiency has not been overly impressive, the running back has seen 69% of the team's total RB snaps.
In Week 1, Swift ran for just 53 yards on 17 carries. However, in Week 2, Swift took a solid step forward, totaling 63 yards and a touchdown on 12 rushing attempts. In addition, in both games, Swift saw three or more targets, which raises his floor in PPR formats.
However, if Swift were to sit out, managers should view the rookie Monangai as a viable low-end RB2, as he should take on the lead role. While the Bears also have veteran Roschon Johnson on the roster, Monangai has seen 28% of the snaps while Johnson has yet to see an offensive snap.
Johnson would likely be more involved, but the bulk of the work will go to the rookie.
D'Andre Swift a High-Risk RB2 in Week 3 https://t.co/N9WZoe19hx
— RotoBaller NFL (@RotoBallerNFL) September 20, 2025
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