Extra Points: Fitzgerald, Redskins, Manziel
2016/05/extra-points-fitzgerald-cardinals-redskins-manziel-bears-steelers-replayIn a recent mailbag, a reader asked Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com whether Bears running back Jeremy Langford can replace the production of Matt Forte, who left the team in free agency this spring.
Ryan Fitzpatrick Still Wants To Return To Jets
2016/05/ryan-fitzpatrick-return-jets[RELATED: Jets Notes: Forte, Fitzpatrick, Hackenberg]…
NFC North Notes: Forte, Vikings, Peterson
2016/05/bears-matt-forte-vikingsThe Bears know that one player can't make up for Matt Forte's consistent production, but they believe that their committee of running backs can pick up the slack, as Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune writes.
AFC East Notes: Jets, Forte, Hackenberg, Pats
2016/05/jets-forte-hackenberg-patriotsFor one, offseason acquisition Matt Forte must break the "curse of 30" and show that he can still produce at the running back position.
East Notes: Hardy, Dolphins, Cardona, Jets
2016/05/east-notes-hardy-dolphins-cardona-jetsBrian Costello of the New York Post identifies five boom-or-bust players who will have a significant impact on the Jets' fortunes in 2016, including newly-signed running back Matt Forte.
East Notes: Bradford, Jets, Bills, Dolphins
2016/04/east-notes-bradford-jets-bills-dolphinsVeteran running back Matt Forte, who signed with the Jets last month, is hoping that the team re-signs quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, as he said during an appearance on CBS Sports Radio (link via Brian Costello of the New York Post).
Jets Notes: Wilkerson, Hardy, Carter
2016/04/jets-notes-wilkerson-hardy-henderson-carterThe Jets have had a relatively quiet offseason --- especially compared to their 2015 free agent haul --- as they've added complementary pieces like Matt Forte and Steve McLendon while retaining inside linebacker Erin Henderson and running back Bilal Powell.
FA Rumors: Bolden, Bears, Morris, Larsen
2016/03/fa-rumors-bolden-bears-morris-larsenAs Jeff Dickerson of ESPN.com details, new Jets running back Matt Forte wasn't thrilled with the Bears' willingness to pursue C.J.
FA Rumors: Okung, Galette, Raji, Forte
2016/03/fa-rumors-okung-galette-raji-forteIn a conversation with reporters, including Rich Cimini of ESPN.com (Twitter links), Matt Forte said today that the Buccaneers and…
Contract Details: Forte, Lewis, Rey
2016/03/contract-details-forte-lewis-reyMatt Forte, RB (Jets): Three years, $12MM.
Jets To Sign Khiry Robinson
2016/03/jets-to-sign-khiry-robinsonHaving already struck deals with Matt Forte and Bilal Powell, New York has now agreed to sign former Saints running back Khiry Robinson, reports Albert Breer of the NFL Network (Twitter link).
Jets To Re-Sign Bilal Powell
2016/03/jets-new-york-sign-bilal-powellPowell will now join free agent acquisition Matt Forte in what is shaping up to be a formidable backfield.
Jets Release Jeremy Kerley
2016/03/jets-to-release-jeremy-kerleyNew York has already made a few other significant moves today at it looks to reshape its offense --- the club has agreed to sign running back Matt Forte, and has also released tight end Jeff Cumberland.
Jets Sign Matt Forte
2016/03/jets-to-sign-matt-forteTHURSDAY, 8:09pm: The Jets' deal with Forte is official, Mike Garafolo and Peter Schrager of Fox Sports report (Twitter links).
Buccaneers To Re-Sign Doug Martin
2016/03/buccaneers-to-re-sign-doug-martinOther RBs still on the market include Lamar Miller and Matt Forte, while Chris Ivory has already agreed to a new deal with the Jaguars.
Jets, Dolphins Interested In Matt Forte
2016/03/jets-dolphins-interested-matt-forteThe Jets and Dolphins are among the teams pursuing running back Matt Forte, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com (on Twitter).
Jaguars Sign Chris Ivory
2016/03/jaguars-chris-ivory-agree-to-terms4 free agent running back, and he was expected to compete on the open market with the likes of Doug Martin, Lamar Miller, and Matt Forte.
Packers Eyeing Martellus Bennett
2016/03/packers-eyeing-martellus-bennett[RELATED: Packers show interest in Matt Forte]…
Free Agent Rumors: Ivory, Eagles, Powers
2016/03/free-agent-rumors-chris-ivory-eagles4 option behind Doug Martin, Lamar Miller, and Matt Forte.
Packers Interested In Matt Forte
2016/03/green-bay-packers-bears-matt-forteThe Packers are expressing interest in Matt Forte, a source tells Adam Schefter of ESPN.com (on Twitter).
2016 Top 50 NFL Free Agents
2016/03/2016-top-50-nfl-free-agentsMatt Forte, RB (Bears): Forte is no longer in the Bears' plans, but he's coming off a season in which he compiled 1,287 yards from scrimmage in 13 contests, so he's a player that will receive interest from plenty of other teams around the league.
FA Rumors: Osweiler, Okung, M. Williams
2016/03/fa-rumors-osweiler-okung-m-williamsWilson names Chris Ivory, Doug Martin, Lamar Miller, and Matt Forte as possibilities for Houston.
Top 2016 NFL Free Agents By Position: Offense
2016/03/top-2016-nfl-free-agents-by-position-offenseTeams looking for a pass-catching back may prioritize Matt Forte, but Bilal Powell and Lance Dunbar are a couple solid under-the-radar options.
Bucs’ Talks With Doug Martin Break Down
2016/03/bucs-talks-with-doug-martin-break-downLamar Miller, Matt Forte, Chris Ivory and now Arian Foster would join Martin, who turned 27 in January, as the top proven ball-carriers on the market if the Bucs 2012 first-round pick becomes available for discussions with other teams.
Offseason Outlook: Denver Broncos
2016/03/nfl-offseason-outlook-denver-broncos-2016Entering the draft after his sophomore season at San Diego State, Hillman is younger than his free agent ball-carrying brethren, but he clearly ranks among the second tier of UFA backs - behind the likes of Doug Martin, Lamar Miller, Matt Forte and possibly a few others - and may not command too much more than the $770K he earned in 2015.