New York Jets vs Seattle Seahawks: Five Players to Watch

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Sep 25, 2016; Kansas City, MO, USA; New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Steven Nelson (20) during the first half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

– Matt Forte

Jets running back Matt Forte has been an absolute workhorse for them so far this season. It was hard for any to predict the type of workload that Forte is currently having with the Jets. In three games, Forte has totaled 67 carries and 261 rushing yards.

When it was announced that Forte was going to be signing with the Jets, we expected to see him involved heavily in passing game. While Forte has totaled nine receptions this season, the amount of carries that he has totaled is staggering.

The Jets had a workhorse in Chris Ivory last season, and they appear to be using Forte similarly. Forte has a lot of mileage on his legs, and eventually the heavy workload is going to catch up with him. Until then, the Jets need to continue to feed him because he has been productive.

Like the Chiefs in Week 3, Forte will be challenged by a very good defense. The Seahawks pride themselves on stopping the run and Forte will certainly take a few big hits on Sunday. The Jets will likely be going to Forte more in the red zone on Sunday after they failed miserably trying to throw against the Chiefs.

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