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Lovie Smith was Forte's head coach for seven of Forte's eight seasons with the Bears, from 2008 to 2014. Smith is widely regarded as one of the most successful coaches in Bears history, leading the team to the playoffs four times, including a Super Bowl appearance in 2006. Forte's best season came under Smith's leadership in 2013, when he rushed for 1,337 yards and caught 74 passes for 546 yards.