Rise to Success: Career Highlights of D'Andre Swift

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 2, 2025

Discover the career path of D'Andre Swift, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

D'Andre Swift is an American professional football running back currently playing for the Chicago Bears. Swift played college football at the University of Georgia before being drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft. He was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2023, achieving his first Pro Bowl selection that season. In 2024, Swift signed with the Bears, continuing his NFL career.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2017: Freshman Year at Georgia

In 2017, D'Andre Swift was a freshman at Georgia and the third running back behind Nick Chubb and Sony Michel. He rushed for 597 yards with three touchdowns.

July 13, 2020: Signed Four-Year Contract with Lions

On July 13, 2020, D'Andre Swift signed a four-year contract with the Detroit Lions worth $8.5 million.

September 13, 2020: Professional Debut

On September 13, 2020, D'Andre Swift made his professional debut and recorded his first career rushing touchdown but dropped a potential game-winning touchdown pass against the Chicago Bears.

2020: Drafted by Detroit Lions

In 2020, D'Andre Swift was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the second round of the NFL draft.

2021: Joined by Jamaal Williams

In the 2021 season, D'Andre Swift was joined by Jamaal Williams in the Lions' backfield, totaling over 100 yards from scrimmage in four of the first eight games.

2022: 2022 Season Performance

In the 2022 season, D'Andre Swift started with 15 carries for 144 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown in a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles.

April 29, 2023: Traded to the Eagles

On April 29, 2023, D'Andre Swift was traded to the Eagles during the 2023 NFL draft.

2023: Traded to Philadelphia Eagles

In 2023, D'Andre Swift was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles.

January 3, 2024: Selected for Pro Bowl

On January 3, 2024, D'Andre Swift was selected to the 2024 Pro Bowl Games, marking the first Pro Bowl selection of his career.

March 13, 2024: Signed with Chicago Bears

On March 13, 2024, D'Andre Swift signed a three-year, $24 million contract with the Chicago Bears.

2024: 2024 Season Performance

After a slow start, D'Andre Swift rebounded in Week 4 of the 2024 season against the Rams. He finished the 2024 season with 253 carries for 959 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns.