One of the better dual-threat Running Backs of his era, Matt Forte was a surprise starter as a rookie in a season that would see him rush for over 1,200 Yards and finish seventh in the league. The product of Tulane early established himself as a solid receiving back with 63 Receptions and he quickly became a favorite of the Chicago Bears’ fanbase. Forte played for Chicago for eight seasons, and while he was named to the Pro Bowl twice (2011 & 2013), cases could have easily been made for him in other seasons. He had five seasons in which he went over the 1,000-yard rushing mark and six 50 Reception seasons, punctuated by a 102-catch campaign in 2014. As a testament to his offensive versatility, Forte would finish in the top ten in yards from scrimmage, highlighted by a 1,933-yard year in 2013.
Forte signed with the New York Jets, where he played the last two years of his career, but he returned to Chicago to sign a one-day contract so he could retire as a Bear. His career would end with 9,796 Rushing Yards, 4,672 Receiving Yards, 75 Touchdowns and 14,468 Yards From Scrimmage.
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