This offseason, Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson said he wanted to break the NFL scoring record. On Sunday, his offense scored the 2nd most points in a week 1 game in NFL history, hanging 59 on Carolina. The biggest beneficiary was D’Andre Swift, who had a career game rushing for 124 yards on 18 carries and 3 touchdowns. Usually more of a threat through the air, Swift added 10 yards on his lone reception of the day.
If this offense is going to break the scoring record, they will need to put up 36 points per game. After signing a 3-year, $33.75M contract extension on Friday, followed by an unstoppable Sunday performance, it is clear that Ben Johnson plans on featuring Swift heavily in their pursuit of the NFL record 606 points. For fantasy, we love pass-catching, featured RBs on high-powered offenses, on winning teams and that is exactly who D’Andre Swift is in 2026. ~Nick Del Duca (@TheFFScout_x)
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Bears head coach Ben Johnson classifying Kyle Monangai as “week-to-week” with a hyperextended knee aligns with initial reports expecting a significant camp absence. Coming off an efficient campaign highlighted by 537 Yards Created (No. 36) and a 21.4-percent Juke Rate (No. 34) on a 41.5-percent Opportunity Share (No. 41), Monangai’s early-season workload is now at significant risk.
D’Andre Swift is now in-line for bell cow touches in September, and Roschon Johnson is poised to secure a breather back role. While Monangai’s dynasty appeal remains in-tact, he will be dropping outside the Top-50 running backs on PlayerProfiler’s seasonal fantasy football rankings.
Early-camp absences often mean little, but Kyle Monangai missing consecutive practices raises legitimate concern, as he is the sole non-PUP or NFI player sidelined for Chicago. Monangai carved out a role in his rookie campaign behind a 41.5-percent Opportunity Share (No. 41 among RBs) while generating 2.87 Yards Created Per Touch.
Prolonged missed reps stall his momentum in camp, making his health status critical to monitor heading into the season. Roschon Johnson is the next man up in Chicago and should be rostered in deep dynasty league formats given the TD equity available in Chicago’s high-octane offense.
UPDATE: Monangai returned to practice on Tuesday, August 5th.
Insider Adam Schefter reports that Bears RB D’onta Foreman is listed as doubtful for Monday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings, citing ankle and shin injuries. With minimal practice this week, it appears unlikely that the RB will play, paving the way for incumbent starter Khalil Herbert and rookie Roschon Johnson to handle carries. This sets Herbert up for a favorable flex starting position in Fantasy. For those anticipating a breakout from Roschon, this might be the week for those who have held on. Having a Monday night player adds a last glimmer of hope as we approach the fantasy playoffs, with both Bears and Fantasy fans eyeing the chance to spoil their opponents’ plans.
