Comments on: Matt Forte: If I don’t get a new contract, I might not play the preseason http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/ ProFootballTalk on NBCSports.com Tue, 21 May 2013 22:31:06 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: baboushka http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1181044 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:20:04 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1181044 @kalispellmt says:
Aug 7, 2011 10:38 AM
“Chester Taylor; under 300 yards/ 1.25 mil+

Matt Forte; over 1,500 all purpose yds/ .555 mil.

The way the Bears use him he might not be around long.”

+1. I’m with you 100% on this one. I say cut or trade Chester Taylor. Give Forte Taylor’s money on top of the $.555, along with an atta-boy performance bonus. Keep or bring in a rookie. And release the Hounds! This would seem like a no brainer for Lovie, McCaskey and Angelo.

]]> By: nuclearwarfare http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1181029 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:09:27 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1181029 What is with all of these players wanting new contracts this year? I mean, I know players start chirping every year for new contracts, but this year seems worse than most.

Especially when it comes to holds outs and threats to holdout.

Jesus, we just got football back after THE PLAYERS and owners locked horns over a labor issue. Why make yourselves (the players) seem even more greedy by demanding more money?

]]> By: bdonahue54 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1181016 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 18:02:53 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1181016 I understand that, but please pay him more then his backups…

]]> By: blueintown http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180990 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 17:43:29 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180990 There are very few NFL running backs with multi-million dollar value. Maybe four or five tops. Matt Forte is not one of them.

]]> By: bdonahue54 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180945 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 16:57:36 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180945 Average back at best? Are you frickin’ kidding me? Forte could start on a lot of NFL teams TODAY. You people are just so dumb witted and just because he’s not a superstar and doesn’t get the spotlight like Peterson, Johnson, D.Williams, and Gore, Rice, Bush, etc… you think Forte is just an average back. Besides if those guys held out of camp or games because of they didn’t like their contract, you wouldn’t have a problem with that because they are “Superstars”, and deserving of it. But not Matt Forte.

All-purpose yards, rookie Year: 1715 yards, 2nd Year: 1400 yards, and 3rd Year: 1616 yards. He led the team in receptions his rookie season and was second in the team in catches in 2009. His 290 some touches last season accounted for more than 30 percent of Chicago’s entire offense…again…. 30 percent! Chester Taylor & Marion Barber (his backups) are getting paid between 2-6 million a year (don’t know the exact number) and Forte is only going to get paid $550,000 this year?? Are you kidding me?

But you’re right…he doesn’t deserve a new contract…

]]> By: darthvincent http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180903 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 16:13:47 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180903 well if Cutler can quit on duh Bears during the NFC Championship game… I see no reason why Forte can’t quit on duh Bears during the pre-season. He’s just following the precedent set by his team “leader”.

]]> By: dsharpe8 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180851 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:46:03 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180851 It hurts to say this, but as long as the McCaskeys owns the Bears they will never field the best team they can afford because they’re historically cheap. I understand and appreciate the Bears’ history because she’s the daughter of our beloved team founder, George S. Halas. I just think if they sold the team to someone who’ll maximize all the resources we have, e.g. Mark Cuban hello!!! But the chances of them selling the team are absolutely “zero”. I’m still amazed at the fact they haven’t invested in field turf yet.

]]> By: mantastic54 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180848 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:45:08 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180848 This is great. The one draft pick that Angelo hasn’t screwed up, and he doesn’t want to extend him. Brilliant

]]> By: gopack62363 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180821 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:28:46 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180821 How in this day and age with all the technology available for turf management, types of grass etc can a field at the START of the season be so crappy? Oh wait I know…it’s da bears! Never mind! By the way, Forte’s not that good so he should be careful about making demands. He’d be lucky to be a third down back on a good team so he should be happy he’s with the Bears. Shut up and play.

]]> By: stvang http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180797 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:14:24 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180797 But the bears are championship like.

Packers 11-5
Lions 9-7
bears 7-9
vikings 6-10

]]> By: sfkforever http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180771 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 15:02:01 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180771 7-9

]]> By: Patriot42 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180727 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:46:23 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180727 Maybe all the players can skip exhibition games that would really show them. This guy is an idiot.

]]> By: simplesimon1 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180722 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:42:36 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180722 He deserves it. As a Lions fan he’s one of the players I fear seeing rip through my team when we play. Also, to eaglesfootballfan, Forte has put in the time and play and does deserve to get paid. At least he’s not running up insane bar tabs when he goes out with his group (I believe the number was 25K or more) and posting it on twitter and then holding out for a new contract like Desean Jackson is. He’s handling it with class.

]]> By: kalispellmt http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180720 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:38:18 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180720 Chester Taylor; under 300 yards/ 1.25 mil+

Matt Forte; over 1,500 all purpose yds/ .555 mil.

The way the Bears use him he might not be around long.

]]> By: balzosteel http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180718 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:30:19 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180718 Forte is wasting his career away in Chicago. So long as Mr. Angelo is running the show, that will be the case of anybody who steps foot onto Soldier Field. As a Packer fan, I’m impressed at how great a job that Lovie has actually done there with in my eyes, little talent across the board on the roster. When Johnny Knox is your leading reciever, you have problems…..and probably more than one.

]]> By: dsharpe8 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180716 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:28:55 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180716 See here goes the McCaskeys’ and Angelo with that cheap sh!t. Just open up the check book and play the man. He’s one of the best all around backs in the league…

]]> By: tatum064 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180710 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:24:48 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180710 Sign Ricky Williams, they need to send a message quick…

]]> By: tatum064 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180709 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:24:12 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180709 I didnt realize Matt Forte could make Adrian Peterson type demands…didnt we have lockout to solve this nonsense? Good riddance, let him hold out for the pre-season and beyond, sign Clinton Portis.

]]> By: polegojim http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180707 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:18:59 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180707 How foolish is this? Without Forte – the offense is a bust.

The only reason Cutler has success is the Forte threat. Show the man some RESPECT, sign a long term deal with guaranteed $.

]]> By: palinforpresidentofnorthkorea http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180706 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:18:21 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180706 Do your job or walk away from the NFL!

]]> By: chowface86 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180705 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:17:43 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180705 Someone needs to let this kid know not to take advice from Curtis P. Enis.

]]> By: jutts http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180703 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:14:14 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180703 Here is another example of what Angelo and Ruskell to do to screw things up. The guy deserves and new contract, so pay him. Instead of bringing in all these busts. I’d rather see guys like Fantuz and Sansenbacker make the team. At least you know they will give it their all. I’m not so sure about Roy Williams and Vernon Gholston..
I hope George Mckaskey knows what he’s doing. If he does, there will be a major house cleaning this Winter. Speaking of House Cleaning, Lets put down turf that the “players” actually like. Or would that make too much sense?

]]> By: mhs8031 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180701 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:12:37 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180701 There are several dynamics at play here. First, where did we ever get the idea that 4 preseason games are necessary? Secondly, Matt, you play 2 games away. Are you playing those games? Finally, Running backs take a beating and are usually done by the time their second contracts roll around, so I see his point. However, if he gets injured because he is not in game shape, how is that smart?

Maybe the teams should insure the players against career-ending injuries. However, Matt, the reason you make so much is, in part, due to the risk.

]]> By: chatham10 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180699 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:11:26 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180699 He is a good running back but holding out during pre season will not shake up the Bears as he probably would not play but a few snaps. He wants to make a statement, leave camp but he is under contract and he would be fined but that is a sham because when he does sign the fine would be part of the new contract.

]]> By: blueintown http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180697 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:09:08 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180697 Good for him. His chances of getting hurt are multiplied tenfold running behind that line. This could get ugly, though. I doubt they’re gonna want to pay him..

]]> By: infectorman http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180696 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:08:40 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180696 O-line notwithstanding, Bears fans will be treated to 1.6 yards and a cloud of dust as opposed to 2.1 yds and a cloud of dust for the 1st quarter of the season as not playing in pre-season surely set him back 3-4 games in his yearly progress

]]> By: edmazeing1 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180695 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:05:35 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180695 Pretty soon madden video game will start making players hold out for more money!!!

]]> By: bleedblue18 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180688 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:01:59 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180688 Does it matter, preseason games suck and are pointless for most veterans anyway. I remember years ago when the Colts had Edgerin James he would never play any preseason games and still come ready for the regular season and have a great season. He did that year after year, guy never played preseason.
Preseason is mainly for rookies and Free agents trying to make the team and maybe some veterans try to shake off a little rust.

He will be fine.

]]> By: turbodog1027 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180685 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:57:11 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180685 That field and Bear fans deserve each other

]]> By: bahshah27 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/08/07/matt-forte-if-i-dont-get-a-new-contract-i-might-not-play-the-preseason/#comment-1180684 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:57:06 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=145781#comment-1180684 Hey Matt… Don’t look behind you. Here comes Marion Barber.

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