Chicago Bears free agency: Analyzing the first day

Jacquizz Rodgers, Running Back

One of the major moves made by a player on Wednesday involved the Chicago Bears. Matt Forte, the long-time starting running back, officially became an ex-Chicago Bear.

It was a move that was expected, as Forte announced that he was informed that he would not be offered a contract, but it still had an affect when it was officially announced that he signed with the New York Jets (joining his buddy Brandon Marshall, lol).

The Bears feel they have a good rushing duo in Jeremy Langford and Ka’Deem Carey, but they still needed help behind them.

Rodgers was supposed to play the supporting role last season before an arm injury shut his season down. He had 14 carries for 41 yards, and a reception for ten yards in 2015.

He showed some promise when he was in Atlanta, but not enough to be a starter. His injury opened the door for Langford to play a bigger role on the team, and he played well enough to help ease Forte out of town.

The Chicago Bears do not need him to start. He just needs to come in and give the starters some rest, and be a dependable player in a pinch.

Head coach John Fox likes to employ a rotation of running backs to keep them healthy and fresh. Signing Rodgers helps him continue that in Chicago.

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