The Chicago Bears are going all in on their young running backs after deciding not to re-sign veteran Matt Forte.

The team has so much faith in running backs Jeremy Langford and Ka’Deem Carey that they never even offered a new contract to Forte. General manager Ryan Pace told CBS Chicago going with the two young runners is best for the team:

“Really it was just the confidence we have in our younger backs and treating (Forte) with respect.”

Head coach John Fox has similar faith in the two:

#Bears coach Fox on parting ways w/ Matt Forte: "What allowed us to make that decision was the confidence we had in our younger backs." — Chicago Bears (@ChicagoBears) February 24, 2016

Langford had a pair of good games against the Rams and Chargers while filling in for the injured Forte, putting up 324 yards from scrimmage in those contests. The rookie finished 2015 with 537 yards and six touchdowns.

Carey showed good power and speed when he was given opportunities during his second NFL season. He ended up with 159 yards and a pair of touchdowns in 2015.

It’s expected that Langford will become the feature back in 2016, with Carey spelling him on occasion. The Bears could supplement the two through free agency or the draft.

Fox: Running backs will have “earn” playing time. New world with Matt Forte gone. — Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) February 24, 2016

It’s not at all surprising the Bears did not offer Forte a contract as many expected the team to move on. The confidence in the young talent should be welcome news to Bears fans.

Still, replacing a player who would probably fall in line behind only Walter Payton as the best running back in Bears history will be no small task.