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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | NYJ | 12 | 103 | 381 | 2 | 37 | 45 | 293 | 1 | 1 | 83 |
| 2016 | NYJ | 14 | 218 | 813 | 7 | 30 | 43 | 263 | 1 | 1 | 154 |
| 2015 | CHI | 13 | 218 | 898 | 4 | 44 | 58 | 389 | 3 | 1 | 171 |
| 2014 | CHI | 16 | 266 | 1038 | 6 | 102 | 130 | 808 | 4 | 1 | 245 |
| 2013 | CHI | 16 | 289 | 1339 | 9 | 74 | 94 | 594 | 3 | 2 | 263 |
| 2012 | CHI | 15 | 248 | 1094 | 5 | 44 | 60 | 340 | 1 | 1 | 177 |
| 2011 | CHI | 12 | 203 | 997 | 3 | 52 | 76 | 490 | 1 | 1 | 169 |
| 2010 | CHI | 16 | 237 | 1069 | 6 | 51 | 70 | 547 | 3 | 0 | 214 |
| 2009 | CHI | 16 | 258 | 929 | 4 | 57 | 72 | 471 | 0 | 3 | 160 |
| 2008 | CHI | 16 | 315 | 1231 | 8 | 64 | 64 | 484 | 4 | 1 | 242 |
Career Summary
Last Updated: February 10, 2025
Matt Forte - NFL Career Overview
Date of Birth: December 10, 1985College: 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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