NFL: Forte confirms he won't be back with Bears

[Tuggy]

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14765182/matt-forte-says-re-signed-chicago-bears

It's official.

Matt Forte, the second-most productive running back in franchise history, took to social media Friday to confirm that he'll no longer be a member of the Chicago Bears.

Where does he go?

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[Halladay]

He's been a really good back. Average over 4 yards a carry as a 30 year old. Running backs fall off cliffs but I'm sure he will get a shot next year somewhere.

 

[MurrayBannerman]

Sigh, but necessary.

Hopefully he goes to New England or something to win a ring.

 

[Roboturner913]

I guess I shouldn't be but I'm still surprised. Seems a bit early to give up on a guy that still has a lot to contribute. Oh yeah, cap savings, except friggin' Eddie Royal is making 4.5 million on that team to catch 30 passes, and Bushrod who is the definition of average has a 8.7 million hit. So I kinda don't get it, you could've saved money other places.

But, I will say this, Jeremy Langford is stud material.

I could see Forte going to the Raiders, he'd be an ideal platoon with Latavius and give them some more pass-catching ability at RB and some great veteran leadership on a good young team.

 

[MurrayBannerman]

I'd be cool with Oakland.

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

He can come to Sf and split/back up for Hyde.

I could see him going to the Pats or a team that's already really good.

 

[Gene Parmesan]

He'll get a Frank Gore type contract.

 

[Scandale du Jour]

Sigh, but necessary.

Hopefully he goes to New England or something to win a ring.

Depending on the price and on Dion Lewis's health, I would certainly love to see him in NE.

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

Sucks to see happen but it is expected

He can come to Sf and split/back up for Hyde.

I could see him going to the Pats or a team that's already really good.

Hyde would backup Forte ,, Not other way around

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

Sucks to see happen but it is expected



Hyde would backup Forte ,, Not other way around

At his age, no, no he would not be the starter.

 

[member 51464]

He can go hang in the Steelers back field for when the injuries inevitably set in again.

 

[MMC]

Another possible retirement?

 

[MurrayBannerman]

At his age, no, no he would not be the starter.

He's ****ing 30. And he posted something like 1,300 yards in 13 games last season.

He'll start for you.

 

[Blitzkrug]

I imagine he'll get quite a few looks.

Even if his running ability falls off (no sign it will just yet), he's still a damn good option in the pass game.

 

[bWo*]

hopefully what he said about SB>$ is true, would love him here!

 

[Carolinas Identity*]

Really classy guy, wish nothing but the best for him.

Plus, I gotta stick up for those old C-USA guys #GreenWave

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

He's ****ing 30. And he posted something like 1,300 yards in 13 games last season.

He'll start for you.

898 and 4.1 ypc.

30 is also around the time eveb the great rb's fall off completely. Hyde is a monster when healthy and wouldn't be the back up.

 

[Avs_19]

Packers should go away from their usual no free agents stance and sign him. I hope they don't but he'd be a nice fit there.

 

[MurrayBannerman]

898 and 4.1 ypc.

30 is also around the time eveb the great rb's fall off completely. Hyde is a monster when healthy and wouldn't be the back up.

I included his receiving yards.

 

[Voight]

He's been a really good back. Average over 4 yards a carry as a 30 year old. Running backs fall off cliffs but I'm sure he will get a shot next year somewhere.

Lucky for him he's pretty good at catching the ball too, plus a guy like Gore still looks good (who has more miles on him)

 

[Voight]

He'll get a Frank Gore type contract.

Probably more since he's been so great at receiving & running.

 

[Quid Pro Clowe]

I included his receiving yards.

I see.

Odds are he's not interested in Sf and Sf likely isn't looking in his direction, but it would make little sense to bring in a guy to take away a majority of the snaps from what Sf believes to be their future rb who is entering his 3rd year.

 

[Gene Parmesan]

Probably more since he's been so great at receiving & running.

You think Gore looks great? He looks nothing like he used too. He needs a great run blocking line and hardly makes anyone miss anymore.

 

[Dominator13]

Oakland is THE fit imo.

 

[Voight]

You think Gore looks great? He looks nothing like he used too. He needs a great run blocking line and hardly makes anyone miss anymore.

I didn't say that. I was referencing Forte.

Gore still had a productive year however.