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Jets at Chiefs: 5 best fantasy options

By Brad Weiss

Sep 11, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) runs the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) runs the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills free safety Corey Graham (20) tries to tackle New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) as he runs the ball during the second half at New Era Field. The Jets beat the Bills 37 to 31. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 15, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills free safety Corey Graham (20) tries to tackle New York Jets running back Matt Forte (22) as he runs the ball during the second half at New Era Field. The Jets beat the Bills 37 to 31. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

1. RB Matt Forte

When the New York Jets signed running back Matt Forte this offseason, they figured they were getting a guy that could be a solid contributor to their offense. What they did not expect was how much he would contribute, as he has been arguably the best offensive weapon on the team through the first two games. Though he is getting up there in age, Forte has shown he can still be a big-time playmaker, and the Jets are reaping the benefits.

During the team’s first game against the Bengals, Forte racked up nearly 100 yards on 22 carries. He also played a big role in the passing game, catching five balls. Last week, he played an even bigger role, scoring three touchdowns on 30 carries. There is no way his 30-year old legs can withstand this for a whole season, but enjoy the ride for now.

Forte has to be considered an RB1 in all formats in Week 3, as the Jets continue to feed him the ball. He is a perfect fit for what they do on offense, and he should find himself in big situations on Sunday. The Chiefs have struggled to contain the running backs this season, and Forte is going to benefit from that at Arrowhead.

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Forte has been limited in practice this week, but he is fully expected to go on Sunday. In Week 1, Melvin Gordon picked up two touchdowns against the Chiefs, though last week Kansas City held Texans running back Lamar Miller in check. Forte is going to have a big day against the Chiefs, so plug him in your lineup immediately.

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