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Chicago Bears' running back Matt Forte has had a bust season for fantasy football owners in 2009. Forte was a top four draft pick in many fantasy leagues, and he's been unable to get things going most of the year.
Even this past week against the 49ers when Forte had 161 total yards from scrimmage, he only had 41 yards rushing on 20 carries.
For the season, Forte has 143 carries for 482 yards and a woefully bad 3.4 yards per carry. I don't believe Forte will do much better in this area for the rest of the season as his offensive line just doesn't run block well.
Beyond the line blocking issues the Bears will face the Eagles , Vikings , Rams , Packers , Ravens and Vikings for the rest of the fantasy football season.
The one strong matchup Forte has for the rest of the fantasy season (unless you're in a league that plays week 17 when the face the Lions) and that's not great news for fantasy owners.
Catching the Ball for Production
If Forte is going to be a consistent player for your fantasy team, then he will need to continue his production in the passing game.
In the past two weeks, Forte has 14 receptions for 194 yards in the air. This is especially useful for fantasy owners in PPR leagues as you receive points just for his catches alone.
Another area that needs to improve is Forte's touchdown total that stands at three for his first nine games of the year.
If Forte can sustain consistency in these area's than he can still help fantasy owners earn a playoff spot this season.
Fantasy Football Ranking for Matt Forte
Forte's fantasy football value has dropped from a top four pick this year to a No. 2 running back on your team for next year.
The Bears offensive line changes this offseason didn't do Forte any favors, and it seems the coaching staff is content with Jay Cutler slinging the football.
As long as Cutler continues to find Forte underneath than the Bears starting running back is still a starter in fantasy.
Look for Forte to help your team as the season winds down but don't expect him to be a driving force for your success.
NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com
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