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Matt Forte

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Position: RB
Jersey #: 22
Date of Birth: December 10, 1985
Height / Weight: 6'2" / 218 lbs
College: Tulane
Drafted: Round , Pick 44 in 2008 by CHI
First Team: CHI (2008)
Last Team: NYJ (2017)

Running Back Stats

Year Team Games Rush Att Rush Yds Rush TDs Rec Targets Rec Yds Rec TDs Fumbles Fantasy
2017NYJ12103381237452931183
2016NYJ142188137304326311154
2015CHI132188984445838931171
2014CHI162661038610213080841245
2013CHI1628913399749459432263
2012CHI1524810945446034011177
2011CHI122039973527649011169
2010CHI1623710696517054730214
2009CHI162589294577247103160
2008CHI1631512318646448441242

Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Matt Forte - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: December 10, 1985
College: Tulane University
Position: Running Back (RB)

Career Summary

Matt Forte is a former professional American football player who played as a running back in the NFL. His career spanned from 2008 to 2017, during which he played for two teams.

Professional Teams

  • Chicago Bears (2008-2015)
  • New York Jets (2016-2017)

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Pro Bowl Selections: 2 times (2011, 2013)
  • First-Team All-Pro: 1 time (2013)
  • Second-Team All-Pro: 1 time (2011)
  • Chicago Bears All-Time Leading Rusher: Finished his career with 8,602 rushing yards
  • Notable Seasons:
    • 2013: Rushed for 1,338 yards and had 74 receptions for 594 yards
  • Career Touchdowns: 54 rushing touchdowns and 18 receiving touchdowns
  • Notable Skills: Strong pass-catching ability, versatility as a dual-threat running back

Legacy

Forte is widely regarded as one of the best running backs of his era, known for his ability to contribute both on the ground and through the air. His combination of size, speed, and agility made him a difficult player to defend against. He is remembered for his time with the Chicago Bears, where he became a fan favorite and a key player in the offense.

Retirement

After his tenure with the New York Jets, Forte announced his retirement from football in 2018, concluding a successful and impactful NFL career.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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