Ex-Eagles Running Back Pro Bowler Signs with Chiefs in Blockbuster Trade

Kansas City, MO – April 21, 2025

The Kansas City Chiefs have executed a blockbuster trade, acquiring Chicago Bears running back D’Andre Swift, a former Philadelphia Eagles Pro Bowler, sources confirmed to ESPN on Sunday. With the Chiefs seeking backfield depth after a 40-22 Super Bowl LIX loss to the Eagles, the 26-year-old’s addition brings a dynamic element to Patrick Mahomes’ offense.

Swift, who earned Pro Bowl honors with the Eagles in 2023, signed a three-year, $24 million deal with Chicago last offseason. In 2024, he amassed 1,324 scrimmage yards, including 814 rushing yards, but became expendable as the Bears eye Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty with their 10th overall draft pick (NFL.com). The Chiefs sent a 2025 fourth-round pick (No. 133) and a 2026 fifth-rounder to Chicago, leveraging their eight draft selections.

“Swift back in KC? Offense ignites!”

Swift’s 2023 Eagles stint—1,263 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns—highlighted his fit in zone-run schemes, ideal for Andy Reid’s playbook. “He’s a versatile weapon,” a Chiefs source said. With $12.7 million in cap space, Kansas City can absorb Swift’s $8 million 2025 hit, while Chicago saves $8 million post-June 1 with a $1.3 million dead cap (Spotrac).

“Veach grabs Swift? That’s a coup!”

Swift joins Isaiah Pacheco, who battled injuries in 2024 (935 yards, 3 games missed), and outshines backups Kareem Hunt and Carson Steele. His 46 catches in 2024 add a pass-catching dimension, easing pressure on Mahomes. X erupted: “Swift-Pacheco tandem? Super Bowl bound!”

The Bears, aiming to draft Jeanty, gain draft capital for a rebuild. Meanwhile, Swift’s return to an AFC contender marks a homecoming of sorts—he torched the Chiefs for 130 yards in Super Bowl LVII. As the April 24 draft nears, this trade could propel Kansas City back to championship contention.