I’m Matt Forte, NFL running back for the Chicago Bears. AMA!

How often do fans and others badger you about fantasy points?

All the time. Most of the tweets I get are about that. I hear it on the streets too.

Matt, what is something you would consider not to be your forte?

Probably drawing. I’m a terrible drawer. I have no artistic skills.

Like most fans of the NFL I was blown away you didn't get selected to the pro-bowl last year, do you guys as players get bothered by not being picked?

The Pro Bowl is a little bit of a popularity contest. A lot of people who get picked don’t have the best stats but they have a big name. I guess it bothered me a little bit, but that’s ok.

Hey Matt! Thanks so much for doing this AMA. What's the best prank you/your teammates have pulled on someone in the Bears' organization?

We mess with the rookies sometimes. We went to a rookie one time with his own helmet and we asked him, "Could you autograph this for my friend?" And we made him sign his own helmet with a permanent marker.

Hey Matt! My best friend George takes off work every year, flies his family from Virginia to Chicago, just to watch YOU play. He is a DIE hard fan of yours. Aside from Jesus, you are his favorite person ever lol. Anything you want to say to him to make his day? I'll screenshot the comment for him. :)

Tell George I appreciate him flying his whole family out and I hope every time he comes we win a game. Major shout-out for being such a big fan.

Hi Matt! What's your favorite stadium to play away games at?

I’d have to say the Superdome in New Orleans because that’s where I played all my college games and also my family is close by so they can come to the games.

Hey Matt, what is one piece of advice you want to share with all of the rookies coming into the NFL this year?

Don’t be complacent that you just got drafted. The hardest work of your life is still ahead of you. Continue to be humble and continue to work hard.

Mayweather or Pacquiao? Who are you rooting for, and who wins?

It's difficult. I like Pacman and I like his style. He's a Christian too. It's hard to beat Mayweather though. He knows how to wear people out. I think Mayweather will take it.

Would you rather fight 1 horse sized Ditka or 100 duck sized Ditkas?

One horse sized Ditka.

Matt: You get first pick in FF draft. Who do you select and why?

I'd probably take myself, not because it’s me, but because of how running backs get points for running the ball and receiving.

Thanks for doing this AMA! I am a huge, lifelong Bears fan.

It seems like there is so much hype surrounding the draft nowadays. As someone that had been through the process, what was it like on that day? How did it feel to finally get that phone call?

It was pretty nerve-wracking on my draft day because I was ranked second or third round. When I came out I think 4 or 5 running backs came out on the first round and I didn't. But when my name was called it was a big moment for my friends and family.

Who is the funniest teammate you have ever played with?

Anthony Adams or Tommie Harris. They were veterans when I came in as a rookie. They’d find a way to make fun of you about everything. It was funny.

Matt! You're a beast.

What's your favorite breakfast?

I eat really healthy so I like turkey bacon -- not just any kind, but Oscar Meyers turkey bacon. I'll fry an egg and make a breakfast sandwich. I also make green smoothies with kale and ginger.

Matt, would you rather have a Super Bowl, or 4 MVP awards?

Definitely would rather have a Super Bowl. The Super Bowl is something the whole team can cherish forever. The MVP is just for individual talents. I'd rather let the whole team win it.

Hey Matt! I'm a current student at Tulane and was wondering where your favorite place to eat is down here? Thanks!

Besides my mom’s house obviously would probably be… um… that’s a tough one. So many good restaurants… One that’s in Slidell is Young’s Steak House. In New Orleans, Drago’s and Commander’s Palace.

Have you met Kevin White? What do you think of him?

I haven’t met him yet. I think they come in next week. I’ll meet him then. I think he’s a good player – real big receiver. He’ll be good.

Hey Matt, die-hard Bears fan here. My questions for you is who is your idol at RB and who would you say your running style is most similar to?

I didn’t have one single idol. I watched Marshall Faulk, Barry Sanders, and guys like that. I like Marshall Faulk a lot because he could do anything.

Lifelong Bears fan here. My question is, how do you and your teammates rebound from poor seasons (such as last year) and get a winning mentality the next? Thanks so much for doing this, have a great season!

Just because you had a losing season doesn’t mean you lose a winning mentality. You need to keep that no matter what. We rebound by buying into the coach’s strategy and keep training to be the best players we can be on and off the field.

Hey Matt huge fan! Have you ever played as yourself in Madden?

Yeah I have. It’s kind of frustrating, cuz the video game doesn’t do what you would do in real life. Doesn’t run as smoothly as I do – it’s too jerky.

Matt,

how difficult was the transition from college to pro ? You had a great rookie year.

The transition is pretty difficult. Its not gonna be easy. As long as you don’t get discouraged about not having immediate success, you’ll be fine.

Who is the hardest hitting defender you have played against?

Probably Bob Sanders.

Besides yourself who do you think is the best running back in the league???

Right now probably Marshawn Lynch. Their system is really good with him. Tough runner and he’s on the attack.

Thanks for doing this, what is your go to song to pump you up before kickoff?

'I’m Turnt' by Lecrae.

If you could choose only one record, what would it be: most all purpose yards, or most rushing yards for NFL running backs?

That’s a good question. I’d have to say most rushing yards. I do love catching the ball but I'm a running back first.

If you could go back in time, what advice would you give yourself?

Hard to answer. I had a good father figure with my dad. I’d just do the same things he told me. When I first started football and I told him I wanted to be in the NFL, he told me I needed my education since I can’t play football forever. I learned that at a young age – football doesn’t last forever.

Do you prefer playing during the day or at nighttime (assuming records aren't a factor in primetime games)?

I prefer evening games. Not quite nighttime, but not quite the morning. We don’t normally play many of those games though.

Hi, Matt! I’m a HUGE Bears fan and you’re one of my all time favorite players. Thanks for doing this.

What do you love most about Chicago that doesn’t have anything to do with football? What do you dislike most?

I love how nice the city is. It’s like a cleaner New York. There’s always events and things to do downtown in Chicago.

Hi Matt. What would you be doing if you weren't playing football?

I’d probably do what I do now, when I’m not playing football. Mentor young kids in struggling neighborhoods who don’t have good mentors.

What are some of your favorite movies of all time?

Definitely Predator. I'm a big action movie fan.

Hey Matt, huge fan of the Bears despite the recent slump. Congrats on setting the reception record for running backs! I was wondering of all the runs you've had in the league, which one was the most memorable for you?

Probably my first game ever starting as a rookie versus Indianapolis on Sunday Night Football. Scored a 50 yard touchdown. Can’t ever forget that one.

Matt if you had to play another position which would you?

Probably safety. I used to play safety in Little League and high school and I liked it. I was a better running back though.

What do you like to do for fun during the off season?

A lot of things. Spend a lot more time with my kids. I like to go back to Louisiana and go fishing. Eat crawfish and all that hometown food. Also, I rest a lot too.

How so you feel about fantasy football? And do you have any hilarious team names you've heard based on you?

I think fantasy football lets fans get to know players outside their teams. I think people have a better idea of all the different players in the league.