Forte (knee) wasn't present for the start of Thursday's practice, Brian Costello of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Jets will provide an official report on Forte's level of practice participation later Thursday, but early indications are that he'll be sidelined for a second straight day after experiencing swelling in his surgically repaired knee. The fact that Forte is still aching even with the Jets having a longer turnaround between games after playing Thursday last week is a troubling sign, but the team will presumably wait and see what he's able to do Friday before rendering a verdict on his status for the Week 10 matchup with the Buccaneers. If Forte is sidelined for that contest, Bilal Powell would draw the start and see the bulk of the touches out of the backfield, with rookie Elijah McGuire also benefiting from an enhanced workload.

Forte (knee) did not practice Wednesday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Per the report, Forte's surgically-repaired knee swelled up, forcing the running back to sit out Wednesday's practice. Given that the Jets haven't played since this past Thursday, it's a little concerning that Forte's knee is still an issue at this stage, but a return to practice Thursday, in any capacity, would suggest that Wednesday's absence was precautionary. If Forte is limited (or out) this weekend, Bilal Powell and Elijah McGuire would be in line for added Week 10 snaps.

Forte rushed 14 times for 77 yards and two touchdowns and brought in all four of his targets for 19 yards in Thursday's 34-21 win over the Bills.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran running back had a definite spring in his step against the normally stingy Bills defense, posting season highs in carries and yards while also scoring his first two touchdowns of the season. He first crossed the goal line on a 10-yard rush in the second quarter before finding the end zone again from five yards out early in the fourth period. Forte outpaced Bilal Powell in rushing touchdowns by a 14-9 margin, as head coach Todd Bowles appears set on him as the lead back, albeit by a modest margin, for the time being. Forte will look to continue generating his solid all-around production against the Buccaneers in Week 10.

Forte (knee) does not carry an injury designation for Thursday night's game against the Bills.

EDGE Analysis

After being officially listed as a limited practice participant both Monday and Tuesday, Forte was classified as a full participant Wednesday, setting the stage for him to suit up Thursday night. Though a plethora of carries may not be on tap for Forte in Week 9, his steady involvement in the Jets passing game translates into a degree of PPR utility. In this past Sunday's loss to the Falcons, Forte and Bilal Powell each logged 29 snaps on offense, with Powell carrying 14 times for 33 yards and catching three passes for 28 yards, while Forte ran four times for seven yards and caught six passes for 45 yards. The team's backfield duo will take aim Thursday at a Buffalo defense that has been better at stopping the run (while allowing 80.1 rushing yards per game to date) than the pass (an average of 266.4 yards).

Forte (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant Monday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With no reported setbacks in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Falcons, Forte's listed limitations are likely indicative of a routine maintenance approach. Forte and Bilal Powell each logged 29 snaps on offense in Week 8, with Powell recording 13 carries for 33 yards and catching three passes for 28 yards, while Forte ran four times for seven yards and caught six passes for 45 yards. Though abundant carries may not be in the cards for Forte, his steady involvement in the Jets passing translates into a degree of PPR utility.

Forte rushed four times for seven yards and secured six of seven targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Falcons.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran back was essentially an afterthought in the ground game, but he was able to draw even with Robby Anderson for the team led in receptions while also establishing a high-water mark in targets. Forte has yet to see double-digit carries in a game this season, but he's remained very effective in the passing game, especially over the last three games. The 31-year-old has 19 receptions for 145 yards over that span, continuing to make him a viable option in PPR formats despite his modest role in the ground attack. He'll look to beef up his numbers versus the Bills in a Week 9 Thursday night matchup.

Forte (knee) no longer carries a Week 8 injury designation after practicing fully Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Forte's limitations at Thursday's practice appear to have been maintenance-related, and the veteran back is on track to suit up Sunday against the Falcons. Look for him to split backfield duties with Bilal Powell, who logged 21 snaps on offense in Week 7's loss to the Dolphins to Forte's 28. The pair also divided the bulk of the team's carries (Powell had nine, while Forte logged seven) in the contest, with Forte adding five catches for 41 yards. As long as his involvement in the Jets passing game remains steady, Forte will merit consideration in PPR formats.

Forte (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

It remains to be seen if Forte's limitations Thursday were maintenance-related, or indicative of his knee flaring up. A return to a full practice session Friday on his part would confirm the former scenario.

Forte rushed for 41 yards on seven carries and added 41 yards on five catches in Sunday's 31-28 loss to Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Forte (knee/toe) has done the bulk of his work through the air in his two games back in action with 100 yards receiving and 63 on the ground. That's probably around where he'll be for the remainder of the season as Bilal Powell and Elijah McGuire both earned further reps during Forte's absence. Forte might not win the logjam on the ground, but will likely best both of his juniors in targets given the lack of other receiving weapons on the Jets' roster. Those looks in the passing game have helped Forte total 29 total touches over the past two weeks to Powell's 17 and McGuire's 13.

Forte (knee/toe) practiced fully Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Forte will be fine for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, but how much work he sees in Week 7 remains to be seen, with Bilal Powell now practicing fully as well, and cleared to return to action. Assuming Powell is not limited in any way, we expect him head the Jets' backfield this weekend, though Forte and Elijah McGuire should also factor in.