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Bears Extend D'Andre Swift with $33.75 Million Deal
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In Short: The Chicago Bears have signed running back D'Andre Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million extension.
The Chicago Bears have signed running back D'Andre Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million extension, according to ESPN. Swift was entering the final season of a three-year, $24 million deal with the Bears, and the new contract includes $27.5 million guaranteed, with an average annual value of $11.25 million, placing him 14th among NFL running backs.
Last season, Swift achieved career highs with 1,087 rushing yards and nine touchdowns, averaging 4.9 yards per carry across all 16 games. The extension is expected to solidify Swift's role as a key contributor to the Bears' offense.
The signing comes as the Bears aim to maintain their competitive edge in the NFL. Swift's extension is part of a series of moves aimed at strengthening the team's roster and ensuring long-term stability.
Despite the extension, the Bears face challenges in other areas of the team. The upcoming season will be crucial for the Bears to prove their worth and continue their upward trajectory in the league.
What's confirmed
- The Chicago Bears have signed running back D'Andre Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million extension, according to ESPN. Swift was entering the final season of a three-year, $24 million deal with the Bears, and the new contract includes $27.5 million guaranteed, with an average annual value of $11.25 million, placing him 14th among NFL running backs.
- Last season, Swift achieved career highs with 1,087 rushing yards and nine touchdowns, averaging 4.9 yards per carry across all 16 games. The extension is expected to solidify Swift's role as a key contributor to the Bears' offense.
- The signing comes as the Bears aim to maintain their competitive edge in the NFL. Swift's extension is part of a series of moves aimed at strengthening the team's roster and ensuring long-term stability.
- Despite the extension, the Bears face challenges in other areas of the team. The upcoming season will be crucial for the Bears to prove their worth and continue their upward trajectory in the league.
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