Matt Forte
American football running back, Bears standout
Played professional American football as a running back. Drafted by the Chicago Bears in 2008. Accumulated over 9,700 rushing yards during an eight-season career with the Bears. Selected to the Pro Bowl twice. Concluded career with the New York Jets, contributing to their offensive plays. Additionally recognized for versatility as a receiver out of the backfield.
Amassed over 9,700 rushing yards with the Bears
Selected to the Pro Bowl twice in 2011 and 2013
Contributed as a receiver with over 4,300 receiving yards
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Abolitionist journalist and activist
Born
December 10th, 1805 220 years ago
Died
May 24th, 1879 147 years ago — 73 years old
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English actor, director, and screenwriter
Born
December 10th, 1941 84 years ago
Died
August 31st, 2008 17 years ago — 66 years old
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Architect known for modernist designs
Born
December 10th, 1923 102 years ago
Died
April 11th, 2013 13 years ago — 89 years old
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Ice hockey player and coach
Born
December 10th, 1918 107 years ago
Died
June 23rd, 1995 31 years ago — 76 years old
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Emperor of the Chen Dynasty
Born
December 10th, 553 1472 years ago
Died
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Japanese politician and diplomat
Born
December 10th, 1882 143 years ago
Died
July 23rd, 1950 75 years ago — 67 years old
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