MintBaconDrivel
9 years ago
Do Packers' fans want another Chicago Bear mucking up their roster??

Running back Matt Forte

It makes so much sense. With backup running back James Starks a free agent, the Packers need someone to push Eddie Lacy. Word is that another ex-Bear-turned-Packer Julius Peppers has been trying to recruit Forte to Green Bay. It sounds like Forte wants to go to a contender, so perhaps the Packers could get him at an affordable price.

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nerdmann
9 years ago
I'm fine with Starks. He knows the system and has experience with Aaron. This staff has never really loved him though. Plus he had some fumbles last year.
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Yerko
9 years ago
I would absolutely disagree with this move. With $19.6 million in cap, I would hope the Packers allocate that available money to a position like ILB, DT or TE.

Forte will be demanding starter money and starter carries. The Packers aren't the best option.
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DoddPower
9 years ago

I would absolutely disagree with this move. With $19.6 million in cap, I would hope the Packers allocate that available money to a position like ILB, DT or TE.

Forte will be demanding starter money and starter carries. The Packers aren't the best option.

Originally Posted by: Yerko 



I generally agree with you, but I bet Forte would have been a better "starter" last season than Eddie Lacy or James Starks.
Yerko
9 years ago

I generally agree with you, but I bet Forte would have been a better "starter" last season than Eddie Lacy or James Starks.

Originally Posted by: DoddPower 



No doubt about that. I just find it difficult to have that much money tied up in 1 position. I am also one of those hopefuls that thinks Lacy has a huge bounce back this year.

I know everything is speculation at this point. I also saw Forte is willing to "take less" to be with a contender. How much is less here and if it is significant, do the Packers bite then?

Also, is Peppers recruiting because someone at the top asked him to put out a feeler? I can't imagine Peppers going out of his way to even approach Forte unless there was a realistic idea of him being approached by the Pack.
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nerdmann
9 years ago
Was Forte released or did he play out his contract?

If he was released, he won't cost us compensatory picks. That's a huge deal for Ted.
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sschind
9 years ago

Was Forte released or did he play out his contract?

If he was released, he won't cost us compensatory picks. That's a huge deal for Ted.

Originally Posted by: nerdmann 



I read a quote from Ted last year that said if he thinks the player can help the team the comp pick issue is irrelevant. I wish I would have saved it because people always bring this up with Ted and his comp picks.


I love Forte but I think Lacy will be our #1 back getting a significant majority of our carries so if I'm looking at paying Matt Forte 4 or 5 million (just guessing) or keeping Starks at around a million to be our back up I'd prefer to keep Starks.

I guess if you honestly think Lacy will fall flat again then maybe but I don't think that will be the case and I doubt the Packer management believes it either.
DoddPower
9 years ago

I read a quote from Ted last year that said if he thinks the player can help the team the comp pick issue is irrelevant. I wish I would have saved it because people always bring this up with Ted and his comp picks.

Originally Posted by: sschind 



I call BS on this. Ted might have said that, but I know losing any draft picks matters to him. Lots of players could have theoretically "helped" the Packers over the years, but when considering salary cap implications and potentially losing some draft picks which equates to young and cheap players, Ted rarely deems it worth it. I wouldn't believe anything Ted Thompson says at a press conference anyway. His actions clearly demonstrate his values.


I love Forte but I think Lacy will be our #1 back getting a significant majority of our carries so if I'm looking at paying Matt Forte 4 or 5 million (just guessing) or keeping Starks at around a million to be our back up I'd prefer to keep Starks.

I guess if you honestly think Lacy will fall flat again then maybe but I don't think that will be the case and I doubt the Packer management believes it either.

Originally Posted by: sschind 



Even if Lacy bounces back next year, I don't think the Packers will resign him. I wouldn't. I don't want players that are supposed to be "professionals" but can't keep themselves in shape and motivated. It wouldn't work in my professional world, and it shouldn't work in the NFL. Moreover, it's not worth paying RBs big money anyway, especially ones with question marks.

I don't think Starks should be resigned. He has served his time. A decent backup can be drafted every year. Forte would provide some nice insurance for a season or two until the Packers find their next featured back. Remember how bad things were before Lacy came around? I'm not anxious to return to those times.

But ultimately, I do think the money could be spent better elsewhere. Running backs are one of the most replaceable positions in the NFL. No need to send big money there. But Forte is very good, and I love his versatility. He would be a nice addition if he could be signed for cheap, which is doubtful.
9 years ago
I would rather spend the money elsewhere.
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DakotaT
9 years ago
I don't know why John Crockett isn't in the conversation here. I'd rather the money be spent on defense, even if Forte is an upgrade over Starks.
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