# D'Andre Swift dominates in Bears' explosive Week 1 win

> The veteran running back scores three touchdowns and earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors in Chicago's 59-point statement victory.
- Title: D'Andre Swift dominates in Bears' explosive Week 1 win
- Summary: The veteran running back scores three touchdowns and earns NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors in Chicago's 59-point statement victory. D'Andre Swift…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/dandre-swift-gets-major-nfl-recognition-after-bears-week-1-masterclass-12451544
- Author: Matt Audilet
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: d'andre swift, chicago bears, nfl, week 1, carolina panthers, caleb williams, nfc offensive player of the week, running back, 2026 season
## Bears demolish Panthers in Week 1
Chicago scored 59 points in their season opener against Carolina, with quarterback Caleb Williams leading an explosive offensive performance at Bank of America Stadium.
## Swift scores three touchdowns
Running back D'Andre Swift rushed for 124 yards on 18 carries and scored three offensive touchdowns in the 59-37 victory.
## Kyle Monangai adds 100 yards
Swift's running back partner Kyle Monangai contributed 100 rushing yards and a touchdown, showing the Bears have a potent ground game.
## Swift wins NFC Player of Week
The NFL awarded Swift the NFC Offensive Player of the Week honor on Wednesday, recognizing his dominant performance in the Bears' Week 1 masterclass.
## Swift just signed extension
Swift inked a three-year, 33.75 million dollar contract extension with the Bears just days before this stellar Week 1 outing, immediately justifying the investment.

> He earned [the contract], every step of it.
## Bears face Vikings next
Chicago will look to carry momentum into Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings, aiming to build on their dominant start to the season.
## Key takeaway

D'Andre Swift delivered an immediate return on his contract extension, establishing himself as a cornerstone of the Bears' high-powered offense.