The Eagles came away from the 2023 draft with another collection of Georgia defenders, but those weren’t the only former Bulldogs which they acquired. Trade addition D’Andre Swift is entering the final year of his rookie contract, making his financial future a situation to monitor. 
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler notes that the Eagles could look into an extension with the ex-Lions running back. Philadelphia acquired Swift as part of a draft-day pick swap which saw them exchange seventh-rounders and send a 2025 fourth-round selection to Detroit. That move was an expected one after the Lions surprisingly used their top pick on running back Jahmyr Gibbs, who is in line to hold a sizeable role in their backfield.
The same can be said of Swift in his new home. The Eagles lost Miles Sanders in free agency, creating an opening at the top of their RB depth chart. They signed Rashaad Penny, but the former Seahawks’ career has been marred by injury troubles. That could leave the door open to Swift taking on lead back duties, especially given his strength as a pass-catcher; the 24-year-old has racked up 1,198 yards and seven touchdowns in the air during his first three seasons.
Of his 40 career games, only 16 have been starts, however. Swift saw his snap share fall from 67% to 42% in 2022, leading to him lamenting his lack of opportunities. By the time he was dealt to his hometown NFL team, it came as little surprise that the Lions allowed him an opportunity to rebuild his value ahead of free agency. While the former second-rounder could sign a deal at any time, that should not be expected at this point.
Fowler adds that a Swift extension in 2023 is unlikely, given his inability to remain healthy for a full season to date. Doing so would no doubt boost his value, though the market did not yield much for running backs who were allowed to test free agency this offseason. Playing a key role in what should once again be an elite Philadelphia offense should, in any event, provide clarity on Swift’s likelihood of remaining with the Eagles beyond 2023.
something tells me this year for some reason he’s going to stay healthy. that could be just a little bit of a wish, but a lot of times when a player is going to be hitting free agency they always seem to have career years. and if that happens this year the Eagles could be a really good shape
He will be injured by week 2
Seen this guy play for 4 years now as a Lions fan. He will drive you crazy because he will come out and look like an All-Pro for a few weeks and excite the hell outta ya. Then he’ll miss 3-4 games b/c of a hammy or a toe. It makes you crazy b/c he can be very good when healthy. But as they say, the best ability in the league is availability and he don’t have it. Wish him well though, great player.
Rashard Penny has been that way in Seattle also.
Great running back when healthy and now they are paired together. Hope it works for both of them.
Playing with Hurts,weapons atevery skill position on offense and behind the most dominant offensive line,along with a deep running back group should keep swift healthy. In my opinion.
Going into his contract year, like every other player in the universe, he could get an extension, or, not get an extension.
Ok. Got it. Awesome journalism.