D521646 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Is it true? I heard BB offered a 2nd and a 4th for his rights? Bears wanted three picks.. Crap, I hope the Patriots don't land Forte. That would really suck. Tim- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Havent heard that tho I wouldnt be shocked. Bears would be stupid to trade him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D521646 Posted March 26, 2012 Author Share Posted March 26, 2012 Havent heard that tho I wouldnt be shocked. Bears would be stupid to trade him http://www.patsfans.com/new-england-patriots/messageboard/10/907245-rumor-via-twitter-matt-forte-patriots-talk.html I agree, but the rumor is gaining traction. Tim- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Syracuse Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I'm sure any RB would be clamoring for the chance to go to the Patriots and get 10 carries a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dat Dude Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 http://www.patsfans.com/new-england-patriots/messageboard/10/907245-rumor-via-twitter-matt-forte-patriots-talk.html I agree, but the rumor is gaining traction. Tim- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestojan Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 So the Patriots have to fight hard for anyone? Which wouldn't want to play there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beastly Dareus Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 http://www.patsfans.com/new-england-patriots/messageboard/10/907245-rumor-via-twitter-matt-forte-patriots-talk.html I agree, but the rumor is gaining traction. Tim- I feel sorry for the person that believes a rumor from Incarcerated Bob and thinks its legit. If there was any traction from it, ESPN, NFLN or FOX Sports would have reported a story like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Cubed Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Incarcerated bob is the source. Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I'm sure any RB would be clamoring for the chance to go to the Patriots and get 10 carries a game. Less work, less chance of being injured, playing on a championship quality team, and collecting a nice pay day? I don't see why not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Syracuse Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 (edited) I don't see why not. EGO! It's the same reason Fred Jackson wanted to be listed as the #1 RB. Edited March 26, 2012 by Mike in Syracuse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 EGO! It's the same reason Fred Jackson wanted to be listed as the #1 RB. That and ya know leading the league in total yardage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stl Bills Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Less work, less chance of being injured, playing on a championship quality team, and collecting a nice pay day? I don't see why not. Something tells me if they had Forte he'd be getting more than 10 carries a game, not to mention how he would factor into their passing attack and screen game. The lawfirm was a solid back who didn't fumble but he doesn't have the same type of talent that Forte does. He'd get plenty of touches in NE, I hope they don't get him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpberr Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I don't know about the validity of the proposed trade but if accurate, it's a desperate move for the Patriots in acknowledgement the window is not far from the sill. That's a lot of leveraging of the future for a running back, the brake pad of NFL positions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike in Syracuse Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 (edited) That and ya know leading the league in total yardage Unless my memory is entirely faulty, didn't the whole issue of who was the #1 RB happened before camp even started? Edited March 26, 2012 by Mike in Syracuse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmsmystic Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 (edited) This deal simply will not happen. 1) The Pats will not pay a RB the contract that Forte is looking for. 2) The Pats place a high value on draft picks Edited March 26, 2012 by hmsmystic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marauderswr80 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Im pretty sure id let them hand the ball off to forte instead of letting brady throw it.....forte is getting a raw deal in chicago, i know he got tagged and all and is still making millions, but what that guy does he needs to be paid! But hey im all for NE giving away draft picks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D521646 Posted March 26, 2012 Author Share Posted March 26, 2012 Something tells me if they had Forte he'd be getting more than 10 carries a game, not to mention how he would factor into their passing attack and screen game. The lawfirm was a solid back who didn't fumble but he doesn't have the same type of talent that Forte does. He'd get plenty of touches in NE, I hope they don't get him. And since they really have no counter to Williams, the only other thing they could do is run more.. I know it came from Incar Bob, but Partriot fans seem confident. Tim- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taglientep Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 What would the bills do with forte? use him as our 3rd rb? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joaquin1119 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 What would the bills do with forte? use him as our 3rd rb? fred and forte and have cj as a 3rd or 4th wr slot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
section122 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 This deal simply will not happen. 1) The Pats will not pay a RB the contract that Forte is looking for. 2) The Pats place a high value on draft picks This. He's looking to get paid not to take a bargain deal and join a contender. He already plays for one. I wouldn't be surprised if the Pats part with picks for a great player just don't see why the bears would do this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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