Analysts draft D'Andre Swift and Luther Burden III for Chicago Bears

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Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Analysts draft D'Andre Swift and Luther Burden III for Chicago Bears
Summary

During a 12-person fantasy football draft held Tuesday, participants selected multiple Chicago Bears players to build their rosters. Analyst Chris Allen drafted running back D'Andre Swift, citing his expected role in the team's offense and potential for goal-line carries. Later in the same round, analyst Scott Pianowski selected wide receiver Luther Burden III. The pick followed reports that Burden returned to practice after being sidelined in August with a groin injury. The selection of Bears players reflects ongoing debate regarding the team's offensive distribution heading into the season. Chicago features five players within the top 100 of Yahoo's consensus rankings.

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  • Chris Allen drafted D'Andre Swift in the fourth round as a consistent running option.
  • Scott Pianowski selected wide receiver Luther Burden III despite his recent groin injury.
  • Bears players hold four spots in the top 50 of Yahoo's consensus rankings.
  • The Chicago offense remains a focal point for fantasy analysts entering the 2026 season.
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The Bears were a popular target in Round 4 of our Yahoo Fantasy Expert League draft, but for different reasons.

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