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We thought Forte was going to be great. Has he peaked, or is the O-line the problem?

Updated: October 22, 2009, 7:02 PM ET
By Melissa Isaacson | ESPNChicago.com

The men responsible for protecting and paving a safe path for Bears running back Matt Forte are, on this day, doing a splendid job.

"He's a pro. Matt can do everything you ask him to do," Bears center Olin Kreutz says. His offensive linemates echo his words, quick to be accountable for a running game that is bearing the brunt of criticism for an otherwise above-average 3-2 football team.

And well they should. Their play this season has been replete with both physical and ...

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