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Found February 02, 2012 on Bears Claws: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Matt Forte
TEAMS: Chicago Bears

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Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte, set to become an unrestricted free agent, said his agent and new Bears General Manager Phil Emery expect to talk in the next couple weeks. Forte is seeking a long-term contract extension, while the Bears may be leaning toward placing the franchise tag to prevent Forte from hitting the free agent market. Forte stated [...]
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