Matt Forte (1 Viewer)

[Burning Sensation]

Forte is the only RB to score double digit FF points in every game he has played. What more could you want from a #1 RB.

 

[cha-ching]

Forte is the only RB to score double digit FF points in every game he has played. What more could you want from a #1 RB.

 

[Otis]

132 and 2 TD's

 

[Moe Green]

So where will he go next year in redrafts? Around 1.06 or higher?

 

[Righetti]

20/132 (6.6 ypc) and 2 TD's

his yearly total through 11 games is

225 carries for 909 yards rushing (4.02ypc) plus 45 receptions for 336 yards (7.05 average) and 9 total TD's

for laughs that projects to

327/1322 rushing

65/488 receiving

13 total TD's with 1810 total yards

 

[Burning Sensation]

If I owned Forte in any of my dynasty leagues I would be looking to sell high after tonight. I don't think he's a special talent and I think the Bears are going to struggle on offense this year, but after this game people will be willing to buy the idea that he's the next great back. I would capitalize on that while you can.

Since this post after week 1, Forte has been the most consistent RB in the league.

 

[Righetti]

I continue to be impressed with the way he is able to box out defenders in the end zone when they isolate him. It's like he is a true WR on those plays. I don't see many other RB's being able to make that play as effectively as Forte

 

[Righetti]

totals for the year through 12 games

247/1005/6 (4.1ypc)

plus

49/365/4

projects to

329/1340/8

and

65/486/5

for a projection of 394 touches for 1826 total yards and 13 total TD's

 

[Righetti]

not a great YPC today..but another 100 total yards

 

[flapgreen]

love this guy

 

[Burning Sensation]

I cant think of 3 RB's i would prefer over him in dynasty leagues.

 

[EdwardCat]

Best RB in the game. Chicago has no game without him.

 

[Righetti]

no NFL network at the Righetti household

how did he look yesterday? stat line wasn't great but the TD was

 

[Righetti]

 

[boubucarow]

The offensive line was horrible in the run game. His first dozen carries had no chance. He pushed the pile to gain 2 yards instead of nothing a couple of times but that is it. Then all of a sudden on one drive the lanes opened wide for a couple of runs and one he extended with a couple moves. As usual he catches the ball effortlessly and ready to run. Overall, I think he did more than could be expected with the line play.

 

[buck naked]

just got him (reluctantly) in the rookie draft.. somebody convince me that this guy is the real deal....please

I have to disagree with the folks who have been unimpressed with Forte. In fact, I think he's got the perfect mentality for being the lead back in an offense thats not going to maul opponents at the line of scrimmage or stretch defenses with a robust passing game. Here's what I've seen:- Top notch receiver out of the backfield who can make the first tackler miss on screens and dumpoffs- Efficient runner who doesn't waste energy dancing or trying to break runs outside- Instinctive getting small through the hole and rubbing off of contact- almost ALWAYS gets yards after contact, whether its falling forward, deflecting off of hits, or dragging tacklersForte is not a speed back, nor is a highlight reel back. He's a lunchpail guy who is going grind out yards and keep this offense in 2nd and 6/7, 3rd and 4, even when the O line isnt getting a push. I would say Forte is approximately a bigger Chester Taylor, or a little more physical Ladell Betts. Not a rousing endorsement, but with the holes on this team, I don't expect them to invest a lot of money or a high pick at RB in the next few years - I expect Forte to be the starting back in Chicago for at least the 2-3 years.

Chalk up a dead on ringer for Sigmund.

 

[flapgreen]

The offensive line was horrible in the run game. His first dozen carries had no chance. He pushed the pile to gain 2 yards instead of nothing a couple of times but that is it. Then all of a sudden on one drive the lanes opened wide for a couple of runs and one he extended with a couple moves. As usual he catches the ball effortlessly and ready to run. Overall, I think he did more than could be expected with the line play.

Agreed. The offensive line is horrid and has been for a couple of years. Forte is a massive stud

 

[boubucarow]

The offensive line was horrible in the run game. His first dozen carries had no chance. He pushed the pile to gain 2 yards instead of nothing a couple of times but that is it. Then all of a sudden on one drive the lanes opened wide for a couple of runs and one he extended with a couple moves. As usual he catches the ball effortlessly and ready to run. Overall, I think he did more than could be expected with the line play.

Agreed. The offensive line is horrid and has been for a couple of years. Forte is a massive stud

The two things I want addressed in the off season is the offensive line and the pass rush.