Pete Martuneac· Aug 6, 2026
Martuneac predicts the rising running back market will price D'Andre Swift out of Chicago, forcing a split after the season and pushing him into free agency rather than a new Bears deal.
“He's earned a payday that the Bears likely can't afford, which will drive him into free agency.”
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- Trade and Signing CallsJahmyr GibbsAug 6, 2026
Jahmyr Gibbs to move
“That's not even to mention Jahmyr Gibbs, who is likely to sign his own historic contract sometime this offseason.”
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D'Andre Swift to move to Chicago Bears
“this upward trend for running back contracts will likely force the Bears into a split from D'Andre Swift after this season ... He's earned a payday that the Bears likely can't afford, which will drive him into free agency.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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