Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift said "That ain't me" after fumbling twice in four games, including a costly turnover in the Bears' 23-12 win over the New York Jets. Coach Ben Johnson called Swift's recent fumble "egregious" and stressed the need for better ball security.
Following the fumble, Swift was benched for rookie Kyle Monangai, who rushed for a career-high 146 yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries. Swift, 27, acknowledged the consequences and emphasized, "I can't put the ball on the ground. I'm putting the team and everybody else down."
The Bears signed Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million extension before the 2026 season. Despite the fumbles, Swift and Monangai rank seventh and eighth in rushing, helping Chicago lead the NFL in rushing yards per game (196) and rushing yards before contact (421).
Swift, who missed practice Wednesday due to knee and hip injuries, returned in a limited capacity Thursday. His two lost fumbles match his 2025 total, with his red zone fumble against Minnesota ending a streak dating back to Dec. 20, 2020.
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