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Around the NFL: Omission of the decade

Frank Gore took another step towards the Hall of Fame earlier in the week, when the league named him to its All-Decade team. But I don’t think they got it right. When I look at the numbers, I don’t see him as even one of the top 10 backs of the just-completed decade.  more »

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Mar
1

Forte announces retirement

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday. The 32-year-old Forte spent the final two seasons of his career with the Jets after starting out with the Chicago Bears.

Source: New York Post

Nov
11

Forte out with bum knee

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay because of swelling in his surgically repaired right knee. While Forte doesn’t expect toMore be shut down for the season and doesn’t think the injury will require surgery, he will not be available to fantasy owners on Sunday. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Nov
10

Forte misses Thursday practice

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE missed practice on Thursday and his status for Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay is uncertain. Head coach Todd Bowles didn’t help clarify Forte’s fantasy situation when he said that he did not know if the injury was serious or not.

Source: Team Blog

Oct
21

Powell expected to return vs. Dolphins

New York Jets running back BILAL POWELL missed last week’s game due to a strained calf but he is set to return this Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. With fellow runningMore back MATT FORTE back from a turf toe injury and rookie ELIJAH MCGUIRE healthy, the Jets will have their full roster of running backs for the first time since Week #3. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Oct
2

Jets use explosive rushing attack vs. Jaguars

New York Jets running backs BILAL POWELL and rookie ELIJAH MCGUIRE filled in nicely as starter MATT FORTE missed Sunday’s game with a turf toe injury. Powell and McGuire combined forMore 256 rushing yards, including a career-high 160 from Powell. Both backs also broke long touchdown runs to reward fantasy owners that started them. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Sep
28

Forte has turf toe, Jets add Cadet

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE has turf toe and could miss this weekend’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Forte suffered the injury in the third quarter of Sunday’s game against Miami. With Forte possibly out, the Jets added running back TRAVARIS CADET as insurance.

Source: New York Daily News

Around the NFL: Saturday's roster cutdown

The cuts are a little different this year. Teams are dropping down from 90 to 53 (with no intermediate cuts down to 75) and the moves are coming on Saturday at 4 p.m. EDT. In the past, the final cuts were made on Sunday. There will be some notable moves, especially with kickers and running backs.   more »

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Aug
30

Jets looking to move Forte?

The New York Jets are apparently listening to offers for veteran running back MATT FORTE. Depending on where he lands if he is moved, Forte could actually have greater fantasy valueMore than he currently does in New York. If Forte were traded, running back BILAL POWELL would see an increase in fantasy value despite playing for a Jets offense that is expected to struggle this season. Less

Source: NFL.com

Aug
23

Forte returns to practice

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE returned to practice on Tuesday for the first time since July 31st. Forte has been dealing with a hamstring injury throughout training camp. TheMore 31-year-old Forte appeared to run just fine and said he intends to play in Saturday’s preseason matchup against the New York Giants. Less

Source: New York Daily News

Aug
16

Powell returns to practice

New York Jets running back BILAL POWELL returned to practice as a full participant on Tuesday after missing extended action in training camp due to a neck injury. Coach Todd BowlesMore noted that Powell had “fresh legs”, although he needed to get caught up to speed after missing so much time. With MATT FORTE still sidelined, Powell should get the bulk of the backfield work in the coming days. Less

Source: Team Website

Jun
26

Forte to be workhorse back for Jets

Despite the fact that he will turn 32 this season, New York Jets running back MATT FORTE is expected to be the team’s workhorse in the backfield. BILAL POWELL figures toMore be a regularly-used complement, although he has been a bit injury prone. Rookie ELIJAH MCGUIRE could also work his way into the rotation. It looks like there could be a lot of moving fantasy parts in the Jets backfield this season. Less

Source: New Jersey Star-Ledger

Jun
5

Forte expecting big year with Jets

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE is expecting better things in his second season with the team. The veteran back seems rejuvenated by the hiring of new offensive coordinator John Morton, who Forte believes will take full advantage of his rushing and receiving skills.

Source: New York Post

Jan
4

Forte has knee surgery

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE had arthroscopic knee surgery to address a torn meniscus in his right knee. Forte said that he played the majority of the year with the injury. Forte, 31, is expected to be healthy by spring and is likely to remain with the team.

Source: New Jersey Star-Ledger

Dec
31

Season over for Forte

New York Jets running back MATT FORTE was placed on season-ending injured reserve on Friday, meaning he will not be playing in Sunday’s season finale against the Buffalo Bills. Backup BILALMore POWELL missed practice time this week due to an illness but he returned in a limited capacity on Friday and will likely start in the Jet’s backfield. Less

Source: New Jersey Star-Ledger

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