Chicago Bears Greg Olsen and Matt Forte…Can You Spell Overrated?

I’ve been Greg Olsen’s biggest critic. While he once in a while makes a catch, he’s an invisible blocker. During the preseason contest against the San Diego Chargers, Matt Forte missed a block during the first series that caught my attention. I wrote about it at the time questioning Forte. Based on his inconsistent running, propensity to fumble and lack of blocking skills he’s now another Olsen. On paper, both look like they should be top players. Both have speed, size and have shown play-making abilities. However, the fumbles, missed blocks and moments of being non-factors overshadow any strengths these two may bring to the table. As much as people want to blame the offensive line, and they deserve blame, it doesn’t help when they’re isn’t anyone picking up a blitzer. Plus, considering these two don’t block, shouldn’t they be open more often? While Jay Cutler is struggling, he isn’t getting much help. It would be nice of...