Bears Star RB D’Andre Swift Ruled Out vs. Bengals with Groin Injury — Ends Ironman Streak

For the first time since joining Chicago, D’Andre Swift will miss a game. The Bears’ versatile running back has been ruled out ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.

🚨 Official Team Update

The Chicago Bears announced that running back D’Andre Swift has been ruled out for this weekend’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals due to a groin injury.

It marks the first game Swift will miss since joining the Bears — ending his streak of perfect attendance since being traded from the Philadelphia Eagles earlier this year.

The injury was confirmed following Friday’s practice when Swift was listed as “Did Not Participate” on the official team report.

🏥 Injury Details and Recovery Outlook

Team medical staff have not released a formal timeline, but sources close to the organization described the injury as “day-to-day.”
The Bears are expected to monitor his status closely heading into Week 9.

Head Coach Matt Eberflus told reporters,

“We’re being cautious. D’Andre’s been huge for us — we just want to make sure he’s 100% before he’s back on the field.”

Swift reportedly began feeling discomfort earlier in the week and was limited in team drills.

🐻 Impact on the Bears Offense

Swift’s absence will be a noticeable gap for Chicago’s backfield, which has relied on his explosive acceleration and dual-threat capability this season.

In 2025, he’s averaged:

• 4.9 yards per carry

• 6 total touchdowns

• Over 500 rushing yards through midseason

Backup Khalil Herbert and rookie Roschon Johnson are expected to share carries against the Bengals’ defense.

Offensive analysts suggest the Bears may lean more heavily on short passing schemes and play-action setups to balance the offensive load.

📉 Bengals Matchup Outlook

The Cincinnati Bengals, who rank 12th in rushing defense, may look to exploit Swift’s absence by tightening coverage on Chicago’s receivers.

Quarterback Justin Fields will likely take on additional rushing duties, adding a mobile threat component to offset the loss of Swift’s ground production.

Sportsbooks have already adjusted betting lines, dropping Chicago’s offensive over/under by 2.5 points since the announcement.

🧠 Player Profile: D’Andre Swift’s Rise

Since entering the NFL in 2020, Swift has earned a reputation as one of the league’s most dynamic backs.
Drafted by the Detroit Lions, traded to Philadelphia, and now thriving in Chicago, Swift has been praised for his:

• Agility and quick-cut ability

• Pass-catching versatility

• Consistency in availability — until now

His durability and professionalism made this injury update a surprise to fans and teammates alike.

💬 Fan Reactions: Disappointment, but Optimism

Bears fans flooded X (Twitter) and Reddit with mixed emotions following the injury announcement.

Some expressed frustration over losing a key weapon midseason:

“No Swift vs. Bengals? That’s tough. He’s been our spark all year.”

Others kept faith in the team’s depth:

“Herbert and Roschon got this. Let D’Andre rest — we’ll need him in December.”

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📈 Search Trends & Related Topics

Following the news, Google search volume spiked across several related queries, particularly around Swift’s gear and player availability: