Fantasy Player Profile
vs. SF: #3 vs opposing RB - 12.56 FPA
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| 2 | @GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | @CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | CIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @LA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | CHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | @DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | ARI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @SEA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | GB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Finds complement in Williams
Swift is expected to share a large portion of the workload with recent signee Jamaal Williams according to offensive coordinator Anthony Lynn, Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Lions emphasized adding depth at running back this offseason, signing Williams via free agency and drafting Jermar Jefferson in the seventh round. At least in the case of the former, Lynn seemed to suggest Williams could even work in tandem with Swift, saying, "I don't see them as being interchangeable, I see them more as being complementary. Swift is more of a speed-space back; Jamaal can be more of a between-the-tackles and sometimes perimeter." Adrian Peterson, who was not re-signed in…read more
Published: Fri, May 21 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Could get new backfield partner
Despite referring to Swift as a three-down back, Lions offensive coordinator Anthony Lynn said Wednesday that he wants to find "someone else to go with him," Chris Burke of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: A 2020 second-round pick, Swift showcased three-down ability as a rookie, averaging 4.6 yards per carry and 6.3 yards per target while scoring 10 touchdowns on 160 touches. He should be locked in as Detroit's lead back under a new coaching staff, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll elevate to a 20-touch-per-week, RB1-type workload. While he was head coach for the Chargers, Lynn typically split snaps and touches between two or three backs, with his teams regularly ranked near the top of the…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 10 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in season finale
Swift rushed 12 times for 54 yards and one touchdown while securing three of three targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 37-35 loss to Minnesota.
Analysis: While he ceded a good chunk of the work in the ground game to Adrian Peterson, Swift again drew the start and ultimately paced the backfield in touches for the eighth time in his last eight games. After starting the season slowly as a depth option behind Peterson, the rookie will finish the campaign with 878 total yards and 10 scores, averaging nearly 80 total yards and a score in his eight starts as one of the few bright spots in Detroit's 5-11 2020 campaign. With Peterson no longer under…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet with rest of team's offense
Swift rushed 10 times for 45 yards and lost a fumble in Saturday's 47-7 loss to the Buccaneers. He added four catches on five targets for 25 yards.
Analysis: Swift didn't have a chance to get going in this one, as Detroit lost starting quarterback Matthew Stafford to an ankle injury on its first drive and was buried in a 34-0 hole by halftime. On the bright side, Swift still led the team in rushing yards and finished second to Danny Amendola in receiving yards. The rookie should find more running room in Week 17 against the Vikings, who just gave up six touchdowns to Saints running back Alvin Kamara.
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores twice via ground
Swift registered 67 yards and two rushing TDs over 15 carries, adding four receptions for 15 yards during Sunday's 46-25 loss to the Titans. He also lost one fumble.
Analysis: With Detroit remaining devoid of No. 1 wideout Kenny Golladay (hip) since Week 8, Swift again stepped into a notable pass-catching role, tying Mohamed Sanu for second on the team in targets. The second-round rookie currently holds a streak of eight consecutive games with three or more receptions, and he's now provided three rushing scores over his past two outings. Swift was inches away from a fourth TD in two games, but Tennessee defender DaQuan Jones punched the ball out to cause a goal-line…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 50 yards in return
Swift rushed seven times for 24 yards and one touchdown while catching four of five targets for 26 yards during Sunday's 31-24 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: After missing three games due to a concussion and subsequent illness, Swift returned to log over half of the offensive snaps, and his 11 touches were more than double that of Adrian Peterson (five). While Kerryon Johnson also saw some playing time, interim head coach Darrell Bevell looks like he will let Swift pick up where he left off as the Lions' clear feature back. However, the potential absence of quarterback Matthew Stafford (ribs) is something to keep an eye on in advance of Sunday's…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 14 at 6:20am by Rotowire.com
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Returning from three-game absence
Swift (illness) is active for Sunday's contest against the Packers.
Analysis: Swift sat out Weeks 11 and 12 due to a concussion, and while he passed the protocol for head injuries during Week 13 prep, a non-COVID-19-related illness conspired to keep him out for a third straight game. After logging a full practice Friday, he was deemed questionable for this outing, but the aforementioned lack of limitations indicated he was trending toward a return. Indeed, Swift is back in the lineup and will look to take advantage of a Green Bay defense that conceded 72 yards from…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Should return Sunday
Swift (illness), who is listed as questionable, is expected to play Sunday against the Packers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 21-year-old hasn't seen the field since Week 10 due to a concussion and an illness, but he received the questionable tag after working as a full participant at Friday's practice. Swift took control of the backfield and played a season-high 73 percent of the offensive snaps during his last contest, but the three-game absence could result in less of a workhorse role his first game back on the field.
Published: Sat, Dec 12 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable after full practice
Swift (illness) was a full practice participant Friday but is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Interim coach Darrell Bevell said Swift has been making progress, culminating in his first full practice since Wednesday of Week 11. The rookie broke out for 149 yards from scrimmage on a season-high 73-percent snap share the last time he suited up, but it's possible he slides back into a committee after missing three straight games. Swift at least appears on track to play, be it as a three-down workhorse or as part of a timeshare. The Packers and Lions are scheduled for a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff,…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward return
Coach Darrell Bevell said Swift (illness) is trending in the right direction to play Sunday against the Packers, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The 21-year-old was able to practice as a limited participant Wednesday and Thursday and appears on track to retake the field Week 14 after missing the past three games. However, Swift's activity level at Friday's practice should determine whether he receives an injury designation for Sunday's contest.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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Another limited session
Swift (illness) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift has now logged back-to-back limited practice to begin the week, an apparent indication that he has a fair chance to return from his three-game absence. With Kerryon Johnson (knee) having returned to practice in full and Adrian Peterson also healthy, though, the Lions have the luxury of quality backups to lean on if Swift isn't yet completely ready. Friday's practice will no doubt be key in determining the rookie's chances of suiting up for Sunday's game against the Packers.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in return to practice
Swift (illness) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift missed two straight practices due to a non-COVID-19-related illness before being ruled out for last weekend's game against the Bears, so it's a good to see him now handling even limited reps. The rookie appears to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's contest against the Packers after a three-game absence, but with Kerryon Johnson (knee) also limited in practice to begin the week, Adrian Peterson and Jonathan Williams are the Lions' only fully healthy running backs.
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Swift (illness) will participate in Wednesday's practice, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Swift has missed three straight games, two due to a concussion and one due to a non-COVID-19-related illness. He failed to practice in either of the Lions' final two sessions of Week 13, so the fact that he's on the field in any fashion to begin Week 14 prep is a positive sign. The migraines the running back experienced in the aftermath of sustaining his concussion have reportedly subsided, so he looks to be trending to a return to the lineup Sunday against the Packers.
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Missing third straight game
Swift (illness) is listed as inactive Sunday at Chicago.
Analysis: Swift was cleared of his concussion this week, but a non-COVID-19-related illness proceeded to threaten his Week 13 availability. Indeed, he'll miss a third game in a row, leaving the backfield in the hands of Kerryon Johnson, Adrian Peterson and (to a lesser extent) Jonathan Williams (hip).
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to doubtful
The Lions have deemed Swift (illness) as doubtful for Sunday's game in Chicago, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: While Swift was able to clear concussion protocol earlier in the week, he proceeded to miss the final two practices due to a non-COVID-19-related illness. He was already expected to have a decreased role if given the green light, but the Lions appear to be trending toward erring on the side of caution. The rookie has not played since Week 10 -- assuming he ultimately gets ruled out, look for Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson to handle most of the work out of the backfield.
Published: Sat, Dec 5 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to doubtful
The Lions have deemed Swift (illness) as doubtful for Sunday's game in Chicago, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: While Swift was able to clear concussion protocol earlier in the week, he proceeded to miss the final two practices due to a non-COVID-19-related illness. He was already expected to have a decreased role if given the green light, but the Lions appear to be trending toward erring on the side of caution. The rookie has not played since Week 10, and assuming he ultimately gets ruled out, look for Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson to handle most of the work out of the backfield.
Published: Sat, Dec 5 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Sunday
Swift (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Chicago, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift cleared the concussion protocol as of Thursday, but he proceeded to miss the final two practices of the week due to a non-COVID-19-related illness. If he receives clearance to play Sunday for the first time since Week 10, interim coach Darrell Bevell told Justin Rogers of The Detroit News that Swift will have a "smaller, game-plan specific role." As a result, it'll be difficult to trust an active Swift after Adrian Peterson compiled 15 carries for 55 yards and two touchdowns against the…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Still ill, missing practice again
Lions interim head coach Darrell Bevell said that Swift (illness) won't participate in Friday's practice, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Though Swift cleared the concussion protocol Thursday, he won't be present at practice for the second day in a row while he tends to a non-COVID-related illness. Because Swift hasn't put in a full practice since Nov. 18, Bevell acknowledged that even if the rookie is cleared to suit up Sunday against the Bears, he'll be in store for a smaller, game plan-specific role, per Justin Rogers of The Detroit News. The Lions will give Swift an official designation for the Week 13 matchup shortly after…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 8:38am by Rotowire.com
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Recovers from concussion, but falls ill
Swift cleared the NFL's concussion protocol Thursday, but he didn't participate in the Lions' practice session while tending to a non-COVID-19-related illness, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: According to Kyle Meinke of MLive.com, teammate Adrian Peterson relayed earlier Thursday that Swift has lacked his usual energy since being diagnosed with the brain injury Nov. 19, but the rookie nonetheless finds himself out of the protocol after an independent neurologist gave him full medical clearance. Even so, Swift still took a step back in terms of activity, as he had been a limited participant Wednesday before the unspecified illness resulted in him sitting out Thursday's session…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Thursday
Swift (concussion) wasn't in attendance for the open portion of Thursday's practice, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.
Analysis: Swift was listed as a limited participant Wednesday for the Lions' first practice of Week 13, but his absence from the team facility a day later may hint at a possible setback in his recovery from the concussion he sustained in a Week 10 game against Washington. Prior to Thursday's practice, interim head coach Darrell Bevell didn't provide much information behind why Swift was missing, but at this stage, the running back is looking unlikely to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol ahead…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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Officially limited Wednesday
Swift (concussion) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Swift has missed consecutive games while in the concussion protocol, but his continued involvement in practice offers some reassurance that he's progressing. Chris Burke of The Athletic relays that the rookie running back participated in rushing and pass-catching drills, but his activity in Thursday's practice will play a larger role in determining his availability for a Week 13 game in Chicago.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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In line to work Wednesday
Swift (concussion) is slated to practice in some capacity Wednesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: That's a step in the right direction for Swift, but Birkett relays that the Lions plan to wait until the end of the week to determine whether the running back can return to action Sunday against the Bears. With that in mind, Chris Burke of The Athletic notes that interim coach Darrell Bevell says that he thinks Swift is close to playing, though Bevell acknowledged that things have been a little up and down in terms of the rookie's recovery from his concussion.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined again Thursday
Swift (concussion) is listed as inactive Thursday against the Texans.
Analysis: Swift made some progress through the concussion protocol this week, wrapping it up with back-to-back limited sessions. Still, it wasn't enough to gain clearance to play. Swift will miss his second game in a row as a result, leaving Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson to carry the load out of the Lions backfield. Swift's next chance to suit up arrives Sunday, Dec. 6 at Chicago.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to play Thursday
Swift (concussion) is unlikely to play Thursday against the Texans, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Confirmation of Swift's status will arrive when the Lions' inactives are released prior to the team's 12:30 ET kickoff. If Swift is unavailable, Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would be in line to lead Detroit's backfield Thursday.
Published: Thu, Nov 26 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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Officially listed as questionable
Swift (concussion) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Texans, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift has wrapped up the Lions' Week 12 prep with back-to-back limited practice sessions after being listed as a non-participant Monday. The rookie running back remains in the league's five-step concussion protocol as of Wednesday, but he has a shot to gain full clearance prior to the Thanksgiving Day matchup. If Swift can't go, however, Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson would lead Detroit's backfield.
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Upgrades to limited participation
Swift (concussion) was a limited particpant in Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: After being listed as DNP on Monday's practice estimate, Swift's limited session Tuesday signals that he's making progress in the league's five-step concussion protocol. The rookie second-round pick has a shot to play in the Thanksgiving Day game against Houston, but he'll first need to be cleared by an independent neurologist. If he's not cleared in time, Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson figure to handle the backfield reps once again.
Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Estimated as non-participant
Swift (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's estimated injury report, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: The rookie second-round pick sat out Sunday's loss to the Panthers after entering the concussion protocol, and he'll only have a couple additional days to clear the protocol for Thursday's matchup with Houston. Swift likely will need to return to practice in some capacity in the next two days to have a chance of suiting up Thanksgiving Day. Kerryon Johnson played 70 percent of the offensive snaps and had eight touches for 38 yards from scrimmage with Swift sidelined against Carolina, while…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 23 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 11
Swift (concussion) won't play in Sunday's game against the Panthers, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.
Analysis: Swift entered the concussion protocol Thursday, giving him little-to-no chance to be ready for Sunday's game. It's also possible he misses a second contest, as the Lions have their customary Thanksgiving Day game next Thursday against the Texans. Adrian Peterson figures to serve as the lead ballcarrier while Swift is out, with Kerryon Johnson likely handling most of the passing situations. It's a tough break for the rookie after he busted loose for 149 total yards and a touchdown in Detroit's…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 11:35am by Rotowire.com
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Not looking good for Week 11
Head coach Matt Patricia acknowledged Friday that it will be "difficult" for Swift (concussion) to play Sunday against the Panthers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Patricia noted that the Lions are "doing our diligence" with Swift, but with the game just a couple days away, the rookie has limited time to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol. The Lions will provide another update on Swift's status after Friday's practice comes to a close. If Swift is indeed unable to go Week 11, Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson would be in line to split the bulk of the backfield work in some fashion.
Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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Enters concussion protocol
Swift didn't practice Thursday after being diagnosed with a concussion.
Analysis: Swift wasn't included on the Lions' initial Week 11 injury report that was released Wednesday, but he may have either picked up the concussion in practice that day or experienced delayed symptoms of the head injury coming out of last weekend's win over Washington. Whatever the case, Swift's entry into the NFL's five-step concussion protocol this late in the week will make it difficult for him to gain clearance ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers, a disappointing development after the…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 19 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 147 yards in first start
Swift logged 16 carries for 81 yards while catching all five of his targets for 68 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 30-27 win over Washington.
Analysis: In his first career start, Swift handled 21 touches compared to six between Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson combined. While Swift's efficiency both through the air and on the ground against a solid Washington defensive front shouldn't give the Lions coaching staff any reason to go away from him, it's not certain the committee approach at running back is over in Detroit. How Swift is used in Week 11 against a declining Panthers defense will be telling.
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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In line for starting role
Swift is expected to serve as Detroit's starting running back Sunday against Washington, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: According to Pelissero, the Lions still plan to use a three-man backfield mix that includes Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson, but Swift will at least be on the field for Detroit's first play of the afternoon. The rookie had already seen his playing time pick up in the previous three weeks, clearing 40 percent offensive snap shares in all of those contests. While Detroit likely won't ask Swift to handle anything resembling a bell-cow role, the fact that he's being listed as a starter ahead of…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 16 touches in Week 9
Swift carried the ball 13 times for 64 yards in Week 9 against the Vikings. He added three receptions for 33 yards.
Analysis: Swift accounted for 13 of the team's 27 total rushing attempts, his second-highest total of the season. He was fairly effective, racking up two carries of more than 15 yards. Swift also remained effective as a receiver, recording a 19-yard reception on the team's first drive of the fourth quarter. He came close to 100 total yards for the second time in his career and appears poised to continue increasing his role in the backfield as the season wears on. Swift's next opportunity to take the…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down by Colts
Swift carried six times for one yard while catching three of four targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 41-21 loss to Indianapolis.
Analysis: Despite somehow leading the team with six carries, Swift finished fourth in rushing yards against a tough Colts defense that entered the game allowing the fourth-fewest yards per rush attempt (3.5). While it's worth noting that Kerryon Johnson stole a receiving score, Swift's obvious struggles in pass protection suggest the rookie could see a downturn in passing-game work or even land in coach Matt Patricia's dog house. Swift at least has some upside in Week 9 against a Vikings defense allowing…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores for third time in two weeks
Swift registered 27 rushing yards and a touchdown on nine carries, adding four receptions for 21 yards during Sunday's 23-22 win against the Falcons.
Analysis: Though Swift skated to an 8.3 yards-per-carry average with two rushing scores last week in a drubbing of the Jaguars, future Hall of Famer Adrian Peterson still handled over 50 percent of the RB carries during Week 7. Swift has been consistently garnering more involvement in the passing game, out-targeting his veteran mentor by a 5-1 tally Sunday, though it appears Detroit is committed to working in Peterson as a key part of the ground game. The upcoming Week 8 matchup against Indianapolis is…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 4:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Role likely to expand Week 7
Swift is expected to see an expanded role for the Lions in Sunday's game against the Falcons, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: While Rapoport notes that Adrian Peterson will continue to serve as the Lions' starting running back, the veteran could cede more snaps and carries to Swift on the heels of the rookie's breakout performance Week 6 versus the Jaguars. Peterson had already been regularly subbing out on passing downs in favor of Swift, but the latter likely earned himself more work on the ground after rushing 14 times for 116 yards and two scores in the win over Jacksonville. The Lions may not have the luxury of…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 6:59am by Rotowire.com
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Breakout performance
Swift carried the ball 14 times for 116 yards and two touchdowns in Week 6 against the Jaguars. He added three receptions for seven yards.
Analysis: Swift posted his best game as a professional, as he saw his involvement in the offense spike significantly following the team's bye in Week 5. Entering the game, Swift had seen no more than five carries and 10 total touches in any contest. However, he took advantage of the increased opportunity, breaking off a 54-yard run -- the team's longest offensive play of the day -- while also finding the end zone twice from near the goal line. Adrian Peterson still earned 15 touches, though it's…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches TD in loss
Swift rushed four times for 22 yards and caught all four of his targets for 30 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 35-29 loss to the Saints.
Analysis: Swift capped the opening drive with a seven-yard touchdown, giving the rookie one touchdown through the air and one on the ground through four games. His four carries ranked second on the team behind Adrian Peterson's 11, which Peterson turned into 36 yards and a touchdown. Swift's superior receiving skills are useful on a Lions team that's often playing catch-up, and his development should benefit from the team's early Week 5 bye.
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Small role in Week 3 win
Swift did not log a carry but caught one of two targets for 19 yards during Sunday's 26-23 victory over Arizona.
Analysis: After seeing 34 offensive snaps Week 1 and 20 in Week 2, Swift was used on just six offensive snaps Sunday while Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson logged 40 and 20, respectively. Against a Cardinals team that ran a hefty 159 total offensive snaps during the first two weeks of the season, Lions head coach Matt Patricia suggested after the game that the backfield playing time was determined by Detroit's goal to "control the clock," according to Chris Burke of the Athletic. As it appears Swift…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Five carries, five catches in loss
Swift rushed five times for 12 yards and caught all five of his targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 42-21 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Swift appears to be the receiving back of choice in Detroit's three-man backfield rotation, as Adrian Peterson and Kerryon Johnson combined for 15 carries but only one target. Game script dictated plenty of second-half usage for Swift with the Lions trailing, and he came up just two receiving yards short of T.J. Hockenson's team-leading total. The Lions will be underdogs in Arizona in Week 3, so Swift projects to be Detroit's most fantasy-friendly running back option in that one.
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in professional debut
Swift rushed three times for eight yards and one touchdown while catching three of five targets for 15 yards during Sunday's 27-23 loss to Chicago.
Analysis: Even though Kerryon Johnson got the start and Adrian Peterson more than doubled the number of carries that Swift and Johnson had combined, it was Swift who easily led the Lions backfield in snaps. He could have been the hero, too, if not for letting the game-winning touchdown pass slip through his hands in the closing seconds of the game. Regardless, the amount of playing time Swift saw should be a good sign for his rookie-year workload going forward. Next up is a road matchup in Week 2 against…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 5:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play
Swift (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bears, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift was limited at practice throughout the week before upgrading to full participation Friday. With that out of the way, it's his role rather than his health that's the big cause for concern, though the two arguably became intertwined when his hip injury caused a prolonged absence from training camp. In any case, Swift will be part of a backfield that also includes Kerryon Johnson and Adrian Peterson, potentially setting up as a three-man committee to start the year.
Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts forth limited practice
Swift (hip) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
Analysis: Though Swift's reps were capped on account of the hip injury for the second day in a row, coach Matt Patricia hasn't suggested the rookie is in any real danger of missing Sunday's season opener versus the Bears. If available, Swift will likely be part of a timeshare in a Detroit backfield that includes Kerryon Johnson, Adrian Peterson and potentially, second-year man Ty Johnson.
Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited with hip injury
Swift was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury.
Analysis: Swift has been hampered by an undisclosed injury since mid-August, but the Lions' first practice report of 2020 revealed the nature of the rookie's issue. While Swift's status for Sunday's season opener against the Bears tentatively looks up in the air, he'll have two more chances to increase his participation in practice and erase any concern about his availability. With veteran Adrian Peterson having joined Detroit's backfield over the weekend, Swift could find himself in a backfield…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Joined by AP in backfield
Swift (undisclosed) is facing additional backfield competition for reps from Adrian Peterson, who signed a one-year contract with the Lions on Sunday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Swift and Kerryon Johnson are still expected to handle a bulk of the workload to begin the season, but Peterson has commanded carries at every stop during his 13-year career, so he'll cut into their touches to some degree. It doesn't help that Swift has missed so many practices with an undisclosed injury, but once he's healthy, the rookie second-round pick is expected to pull away as the lead back. He's clearly the most dynamic of the bunch and has impressed with his pass-catching ability early…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 6 at 7:53am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice again
Swift (undisclosed) made it through Monday's limited practice without any setbacks and could handle a similar workload Tuesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Swift still hasn't been cleared for full-team work, but Chris Burke of The Athletic reports that the rookie went through positional drills in pads at Monday's practice. It sounds like Swift is on track for Week 1 against the Bears, though his role may be impacted by all the missed practice time.
Published: Tue, Sep 1 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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Practicing in limited capacity
Swift (undisclosed) will be a limited practice participant Monday, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift also saw some limited work last Wednesday but otherwise has mostly been absent for the past week and a half. His injury isn't thought to be serious, but both Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press and Kyle Meinke of MLive.com have suggested the missed practice time could impact Swift's role early in the season. Kerryon Johnson would be the obvious beneficiary if the Lions don't think Swift is ready for a large quantity of snaps.
Published: Mon, Aug 31 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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Missing out on opportunity
Swift's continued absence from practice with an undisclosed injury could have a negative impact on his Week 1 role, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Swift suffered his injury in the Lions' third padded practice, bringing his fast start to training camp to a screeching halt. He should still have a role in the offense if he's healthy enough to play in the season opener against Chicago, but it is possible the missed practice time tilts the Week 1 workload more in Kerryon Johnson's favor. In any case, Swift missed another practice session Friday.
Published: Fri, Aug 28 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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Held out of practice
Swift (undisclosed) won't practice Thursday, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Swift missed a few days of practice before returning Wednesday as a limited participant. There hasn't been any report of a setback, so it's possible the Lions are just holding him out to be cautious. Missed practice time is never great for a rookie, but Swift should still be a big part of the team's Week 1 game-plan if he's healthy enough to play.
Published: Thu, Aug 27 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to limited practice
Swift (undisclosed) will be a limited practice participant Wednesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.
Analysis: Swift's ability to return to work a few days after sitting out practice suggests his undisclosed injury isn't serious, but he nonetheless missed out on a few chances to make an impression with the first-team offense. The rookie is battling Kerryon Johnson for playing time in what likely will be a committee backfield. Though Johnson and Swift profile as the frontrunners to handle most of the snaps, there's also some chance Bo Scarbrough (undisclosed) could steal short-yardage work, and other…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 26 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't practice Friday
Swift did not take part in practice Friday, Tim Twentyman of the Lions' official site reports.
Analysis: Twentyman didn't have an immediate reason for Swift's absence from practice, but he and Bo Scarborough (undisclosed) were reportedly both out of commission. Assuming the absence isn't expected to be a long one, Swift, who has impressed as a receiver early in camp, should be a major factor in the Lions' backfield as a rookie.
Published: Fri, Aug 21 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Impressing as receiver
Swift has impressed as a receiver thus far in training camp, Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The report notes that Swift has looked like anything but a rookie. Specifically, the Georgia product hasn't had an issue running routes against linebackers or safeties, regardless of whether Swift lines up in the slot, out wide, or out of the backfield. With Kerryon Johnson (undisclosed) missing reps Tuesday -- though possibly for maintenance reasons -- Swift is getting plenty of reps as a runner as well.
Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Signs rookie deal
Swift announced Saturday via his personal Twitter account that he signed his four-year contract with the Lions.
Analysis: The question now becomes, what type of role does the talented back assume at the NFL level? Kerryon Johnson, the team's 2018 second-round pick, has briefly flashed moments of legitimate talent throughout his two-year career, including a rookie campaign in which he averaged 5.4 yards per carry. But injuries and general ineffectiveness last season from the Auburn product seem to set the stage for Johnson and Swift to operate as a 1-2 tandem, with the latter likely handling snaps as the receiving…read more
Published: Sat, Jul 4 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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