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Bears Using Matt Forte’s Knee Issues To Stall Long Term Deal

This story is one that sickens me about the politics of the NFL, especially when it pertains to the running back position.NFL teams are constantly trying to low ball and string their star running backs out with the excuse that they should play their initial rookie deal out, then franchise them once or twice. When an NFL team is actually ready to give that running back a new deal...
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Will Matt Forte be with the Chicago Bears in 2012?

Chicago Bears RB Matt Forte was slapped with the franchise tag at the start of the free agency period, a move which frustrated the productive back which has been seeking a long-term deal from the Bears organization for two seasons now. There have been strained discussions this offseason and recent remarks suggest that Forte might be on the outside looking in for the 2012 season....
Via thepigskinreport.com  |  2 hours ago
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Matt Forte addresses the concerns over his knees

After Saturday’s report that the Chicago Bears are concerned about the long-term health of running back Matt Forte’s knee’s, he posted a video on his Twitter feed to show everyone that they have nothing to worry about. 100Lbs sled up hill i think my knee will be ok RT @nfl: Bears concerned with Matt Forte’s knees: nfl.com/news/story/090… twitvid.com/OPVBZ...
Via Pro Football Zone  |  3 hours ago
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Bears Concerned With Matt Forte

The Chicago Bears are reportedly concerned with the condition of running back Matt Forte's knees, according to The Chicago Tribune. Fantasy Spin: This sheds light on why the Bears are reluctant to ink the ultra-talented young running back to a long-term contract. Forte sprained his right MCL late last season and the club is concerned regarding the stability of his knees for...
Via Fantasy Football Champs  |  5 hours ago
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Forte responds to Bears with workout video

It is extremely doubtful that this thing with Matt Forte and the Chicago Bears will end well. To read this story and watch Matt Forte's video response to the Bears, please click the link below.
Via Players View  |  17 hours ago
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Matt Forte drags 100-pound sled to show knees are fine (Video)

Matt Forte responded to questions about the condition of his knees by sharing the above video on Twitter Saturday of him dragging what he says is a 100-pound sled uphill. His agent also issued the following statement: “Matt Forte is among the most, if not the most, durable, all-purpose running back in the NFL. The 2011 season was the first season of his career that he missed...
Via Larry Brown Sports  |  18 hours ago
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Report: Matt Forte's knees a concern

One key reason the Chicago Bears are yet to offer a long-term deal to running back Matt Forte is that the team is concerned about whether his knees will hold up, the Chicago Tribune reported Saturday, citing a source. The source said the Bears want to protect themselves from arthritis setting in and becoming a chronic problem for the 26-year-old. Forte's knees have reportedly...
Via Fox Sports  |  18 hours ago
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Report: Bears are concerned about Matt Forte’s knee’s

Getty Images According to David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune, the Bears are concerned about the longevity of running back Matt Forte’s knees. This would certainly explain why the Bears have been reluctant to open their check book in order to give Forte the big pay-day he’s looking for. If the Bears don’t plan on signing Forte to a long-term deal, I would think they...
Via Pro Football Zone  |  23 hours ago
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Bears questioning Forte's knees?

Will the Bears sign Matt Forte to a long-term contract? Maybe not, according to the latest report about the situation.

Via This Given Sunday  |  23 hours ago
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Could Michael Bush Get The Push For The Bears?

It’s been going on for a long time now, and there still doesn’t seem an end on sight. Of course, I am referring to the contract situation between the Chicago Bears and their star running back Matt Forte. Even the voices that were previously shouting ‘pay Forte’ have begun to go ominously quiet, as frustration seems to be setting in, both with the fans and...
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