Matt Forte Fantasy News 2010-2011

HacheMan · Jul 14, 2010

Matt Forte - RB - Bears Matt Forte averaged 4.5 yards per carry on 132 rushing attempts out of the I-formation last season, as opposed to 2.7 in one-back sets.
The numbers, obviously, indicate that Forte is more comfortable and productive behind a fullback. Unfortunately, new OC Mike Martz has done away with lead blockers, opting instead for Eddie Williams' versatility. This is something to keep in mind for those expecting a rebound from Forte. July 14
Source: Chicago Tribune

shdw01 · Jul 14, 2010

I hate matt forte....he really fucked me last season

Konun8 · Jul 23, 2010

In my humble opinion I think Forte presents one of the best value options in drafts this year. Think about it... he was a top 5 pick in most drafts last year, and now he's going between picks 40-60 in most drafts/ADPs I've seen this year. I saw an impressive stat that no starting RB in a Mike Martz system has ever scored less than 8 TDs in a season. Add in the fact that Cutler couldn't possibly have a worse year than he did last year, and this Bears offense is definitely a little underrated this year. Martz loves to get his RBs involved in the passing game, so count on a few receiving TDs as well plus a healthy dose of receiving yardage and Forte is a huge value pick this year. I think drafting him in the late 30's/early 40's is the way to go to be safe. Other savvy managers are probably expecting a bounce back year as well so don't get cocky and wait too late. In my 12 team league w/ a snake draft I have the 5th pick... my draft isn't for 3 weeks and I already have Forte mentally queued up at pick 43, which is the middle of the 4th round. I am extremely confident that he is one of the cheapest sources of 10+ TD's and 1600+ total yards this year if he stays healthy.

SwiftyJ · Jul 24, 2010

shdw01 said:
I hate matt forte....he really fucked me last season

had him last season too. dont hate the guy though :grandmais

HacheMan · Aug 3, 2010

Chester Taylor - RB - Bears </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Bears RBs coach Tim Spencer confirmed that Chester Taylor and Matt Forte are "splitting reps" so far in camp.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>At the same time, both the Chicago Sun Times and the Tribune have noticed Forte severely outplaying Taylor on the practice field. Taylor will be involved in passing sets, but Forte should handle many more early-down carries.
Aug. 3</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Sean Jensen on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Sep 16, 2010

Matt Forte - RB - Bears </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Matt Forte (knee) was upgraded to full participation in Thursday's practice.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The Bears appear to be simply giving him extra rest on Wednesday's. A reinvigorated Forte is ready to start against the Cowboys this week. Rotoworld ranks him as the 16th best fantasy option this week.
Sep. 16 - 4:49 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Brad Biggs on Twitter</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 29, 2010

Matt Forte - RB - Bears </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>Bears coach Lovie Smith reiterated strongly Wednesday that he will be playing all of his starters in Week 17.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Asked by a reporter if he'd have all hands on deck against the Packers, Smith replied "You're part of this conversation we just had, right? We're playing to win the game. It's a typical Wednesday and we have Green Bay coming up." Although they'll know where they stand before game time, the Bears have plenty to prepare to play for. They can clinch the NFC's No. 1 seed with a Week 17 victory, Falcons loss to Carolina, and New Orleans loss to Tampa Bay.
Dec. 29 - 2:40 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

HacheMan · Dec 31, 2010

Matt Forte - RB - Bears </TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=bodyCopy>ESPN Chicago reports that the Bears gave backups such as Kahlil Bell and Kellen Davis increased practice reps this week, indicating that they may play more than usual in Week 17 against Green Bay.</TD></TR><TR><TD>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>The report cites "multiple team sources," who say players like Bell were informed to be ready for extensive action. Beat writer Michael C. Wright names Matt Forte, in particular, as a starter who could be rested despite coach Lovie Smith's insistence all week that the Bears would play to win. It's unclear when the starters would be pulled. Jay Cutler, Greg Olsen, Julius Peppers, and Lance Briggs are other obvious candidates for rest.
Dec. 31 - 5:15 p.m. ET</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>

</TD></TR><TR><TD class=vaLink>Source: ESPN Chicago</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>