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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs Roschon JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

The gap here is significant. D'Andre Swift outscored Roschon Johnson by 5.1 PPG in 2025 with 10 total touchdowns. If both are on your board, D'Andre Swift is the clear pick. Roschon Johnson profiles as a matchup-dependent running back who can spike but lacks the consistent floor.

High confidence: stats strongly favor the leader, and the gap is unlikely to close on matchup alone.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBChicago Bears#99

Roschon Johnson

PPG

8.1

Games

Rush Yds

445

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

168

Bye

Week 7

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

Roschon Johnson

Head to Head

13.2 PPG8.1 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 7

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). Roschon Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and Roschon Johnson at 37%. That ranking gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs Roschon Johnson: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears running back put up 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; Roschon Johnson of the Chicago Bears averaged 8.1 in 14. A 5.1-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 5.1 points favors D'Andre Swift, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; Roschon Johnson posted 445 and 4. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: D'Andre Swift is off Week 10 and Roschon Johnson Week 7. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

D'Andre Swift is a buy in trades where the other manager is chasing upside at a different position. Roschon Johnson is a hold unless you can flip him for a positional upgrade elsewhere on your roster. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Roschon Johnson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored Roschon Johnson by a projected 87 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to Roschon Johnson's 14. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs Roschon Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	Roschon Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	8.1
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	113
Rushing Yards	1,087	445
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	31.8
Rushing TDs	9	4
Receptions	34	22
Receiving Yards	299	168
Targets	48	0
Total TDs	10	5
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 7

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 8.1 for Roschon Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or Roschon Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to Roschon Johnson's 8.1 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Roschon Johnson averaged 8.1 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 5.1 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and Roschon Johnson (CHI) has a bye in Week 7. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or Roschon Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored Roschon Johnson by 5.1 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.