Jets are wise to consider trading Matt Forte

If the New York Jets are to do their current rebuild correctly, it’s imperative they give more opportunities to their younger players this upcoming season. They’re wise to consider trading running back Matt Forte for that sole purpose.

The New York Jets are entering the 2017 season with one of the youngest rosters in the league and they may be ready to get rid of one of the few veterans they have left. Reports are out that running back Matt Forte is on the trading block and could be dealt before the regular season kicks off in just a few weeks.

Forte, 31 years old, has been one of the games more consistent backs for the last decade. While he may not be the dynamic player he was in his prime,…