"Barring something unforeseen, contract talks with Matt Forte are off until the end of the season, according to Chicago Bears general manager Jerry Angelo.

Angelo told WBBM-AM 780 on Monday night that the focus is on the season ahead for the running back, who is entering the final year of his deal.

As far as Pro Bowl linebacker Lance Briggs, who has been on a contract push since the lockout ended, Angelo said that was also a matter for the offseason.

After the dust settled five days into training camp and the Bears finished bringing in more than 50 new players, Angelo said his "intent" was to work on a long-term contract extension for Forte, who has been the most consistent part of the team's offense for the past three seasons.

Carolina Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams struck it big right after the lockout ended with a $43 million, five-year contract that includes $21 million guaranteed. Tennessee running back Chris Johnson got a record-setting $55.26 million, six-year contract that includes $30 million guaranteed. San Francisco's Frank Gore got a $21 million, three-year extension but it's light on guarantees. While he's protected for injuries, he's not protected against skill, meaning the 49ers can cut him without being on the hook for big money."