Luther Burden vs D'Andre Swift

“In Chicago in 2025, Moore had to deal with the emergence of Rome Odunze , Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland , which crowded out the targets Moore was used to getting.”

“Everything has fallen into place for Luther Burden III to have a breakout campaign during his sophomore campaign, and I’m investing whenever possible. DJ Moore has departed for Buffalo, clearing up the crowded receiver room, and head coach Ben Johnson clearly wants to push the envelope with running up the score this season.”

“Luther Burden of the Chicago Bears is my pick for league-winner at receiver. With DJ Moore now in Buffalo, Burden steps into a much larger role alongside Rome Odunze and should command a significant target share in an improving Bears offense.”

“I love a lot of WRs outside the top 15; perhaps no one has more upside than Luther Burden . D.J. Moore ‘s departure opens up a huge role in Chicago for Burden to fill. I expect the Bears’ offense to take a huge step forward, given that this is their second year in Ben Johnson ‘s offense.”

“Shifting Burden into this alpha role makes perfect sense. Burden is an elite YAC monster, and Ben Johnson would use him as an offensive weapon all over the formation. In a record-breaking year, Burden’s ceiling isn’t just a low-end WR1 – it is an overall top-5 standard/PPR finish fueled by manufactured touches and explosive chunk plays.”

“While Luther Burden III and Colston Loveland are popular breakout candidates, Odunze could easily have a Jameson Williams -like top-12 finish if he sees the same 7.5 targets per game as he did last season. Christian Watson (WR – GB) | ADP: 71.2 ( WR 30) Last season, Christian Watson was the WR15 on a points-per-game basis among wide receivers with at least nine games played.”

“Round 9: Rome Odunze (WR – CHI) With Luther Burden III dealing with a hamstring injury, this is something that could be nagging for quite a bit of time.”

“Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III is also dealing with some soft-tissue injuries that could hamper him, and Rome Odunze is coming off a foot injury (though he’s been cleared, it’s still worth noting).”

“Dealing with a groin injury but expected to be ready for week one, Burden profiles as one of the quickest players in the league and a real matchup nightmare, especially from the slot, where he takes most of his snaps.”

“With Colston Loveland and Luther Burden III apparently looking like prime Tony Gonzalez and Randy Moss, Swift has gone under the radar.”

“Luther Burden exemplified this in 2025; he finished the season strong, and now we love him. Only one problem: Burden was a horrible guillotine draft choice. It wasn’t until Week 13 that he saw more than five targets in a game.”

“The hype around Burden has gotten out of control. He averaged fewer PPR fantasy points per game than Theo Wease Jr. last season (8.6 vs. 8.5).”

“Round 3 Jason (3.01) – Brock Bowers (TE, LV) Mike (3.05) – Chris Olave (WR, NO) Andy (3.09) – D’Andre Swift (RB, CHI) Of course, Brock Bowers is really only a third-round pick in this mock draft in name only, as Jason waited to take him at the 3.01.”

“Judkins’ current fifth-round ADP isn’t egregious, but the range is loaded with appealing alternatives, including Christian Watson , Rome Odunze , D’Andre Swift , Bucky Irving and Bhayshul Tuten .”

“Rounds 3-5 Targets D’Andre Swift ( CHI) : ADP 46.6 | RB 21 Some believe that Kyle Monangai will replace Swift as the Bears’ starting running back this season.”

“” – Shawn Gill ( Super Fantasy Bros ) “ D’Andre Swift . I’ve actually been toying with the idea of making Swift a “must-have” target.”

“D’Andre Swift (RB – CHI) “ D’Andre Swift is a smash for me at RB19. It seems undeniable that the Bears will be a top 8 offense this season with arguably one of the most balanced and explosive attacks in the league.”

“D’Andre Swift (RB – CHI) Some will claim that Kyle Monangai will replace Swift as the Bears’ starting running back this season. However, there is nothing to suggest that will happen.”

“5.02: D’Andre Swift (RB – CHI) Ben Johnson wants to field the highest-scoring team in league history. Rostering the lead back in the passing game in a high-powered offense aimed at those kinds of goals is a plus.”

“Last year, Swift was the RB15 on the season. With over 1300 total yards and 10 touchdowns, he was the clear leader of this backfield.”

“Last year, Swift was the RB15, averaging 14.3 PPR fantasy points per game, a higher average than Bucky Irving (13.8) and Kenneth Walker III (11.3). More importantly, he averaged more rushing attempts (13.9 vs. 9.9) and yards per game (67.9 vs. 46.1) than Monangai last year.”

“Swift should be a mid-range RB2 again this season.”

“D’Andre Swift among 55 qualified RBs with 80+ rush attempts: • 2nd in % of 5+ Yard Gains (43%) • 3rd in % of Runs Stuffed at the Line of Scrimmage (36%) • 6th in % of 10+ Yard Gains (14%) • 7th in Zone Rush Success Rate”

“D’Andre Swift is arguably the safest running back to take in the dead zone. For his entire career, Swift has always found a way to finish as an RB2 in fantasy scoring.”