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.
A report from the Chicago Tribune suggests that the team is concerned about the longevity that Forte has left in his tank, hence the lack of a long-term contract and the franchise tag this season for a $7.7 million dollar pay check for 2012. The Tribune reports that there were concerns about Forte’s durability coming out of college and according to a source speaking to the paper, there could be an arthritis issue with Forte.
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