Bears elevate D'Andre Swift role before Packers matchup

The Chicago Bears are preparing D'Andre Swift for an expanded role against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5 after Kyle Monangai was ruled out. The matchup at Lambeau Field gives Chicago's top-ranked rushing offense a chance to feature Swift more heavily.

FantasyLife reported Monangai's turf toe injury removed him from the Week 5 plan after he and Swift had split the workload. Swift had handled 56% of snaps and 49% of rushing attempts, while Monangai recorded 41% and 42% respectively.

FantasyLife reported Swift could become Chicago's primary running back, with projections moving him to RB13 in consensus rankings and RB6 in its weekly projections. The report said receiving and goal-line opportunities could increase.

Roundtable reported the Bears entered Week 5 averaging 196.3 rushing yards per game, the NFL's best mark through four games. Green Bay had allowed 139.3 rushing yards per game, ranking fifth-most in the league.

Roundtable reported Swift was projected for 110.5 scrimmage yards against Green Bay. The projection placed him behind only Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs among running backs for the week.

Swift opened the season with 124 rushing yards and three touchdowns in Week 1, but Roundtable reported he had not reached 100 rushing yards in the following three games. The matchup offered an opportunity for a larger workload.

Athlon Sports reported Green Bay had allowed opposing running backs to surpass 100 scrimmage yards in each game and surrender multiple touchdowns. The outlet identified Swift as a strong starting option because of his rushing and receiving ability.

Athlon Sports also highlighted Rome Odunze and the Bears defense as Week 5 fantasy options. The report said Chicago's defense had forced takeaways and limited opponents' scoring during the previous three weeks.

The Bears could lean on the running game with Case Keenum starting, according to Roundtable. Chicago was also dealing with injuries involving Caleb Williams, Noah Sewell, Kyler Gordon and Shemar Turner before the matchup.