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New York Jets at Kansas City Chiefs: Five Players to Watch

By Nick Ziegler

Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New York Jets quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) throws a pass during the first quarter against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports /
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– Matt Forte

Running back Matt Forte has been arguably the most impressive offensive player for the Jets so far in 2016. Despite being 30-years-old, Forte has been a workhorse in the first two weeks of the season. In the first two games, Forte has totaled a combined 59 carries and receptions. This is a trend that can’t continue for the entire season, but he could be used a lot again on the extra rest.

While Forte has had success in the first two weeks of the season, the Chiefs have a very good run defense. In Week 2, they were able to contain another very talented running back in Lamar Miller. The Texans running back totaled 83 rushing yards on 25 carries for a poor 3.3 yards per carry average.

Forte can hurt the Chiefs in the passing game, but don’t expect him to have a monster game on the ground in Week 3. It would be nice to see the Jets give Bilal Powell some more touches, but they appear to be confident in using Forte a lot. A balanced attack against the Chiefs will be important, but finding success on the ground could be a grind for the Jets. Furthermore, it will be interesting to see if Forte can keep up the amount of touches that he has thus far.

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