Vizio Chooses Chicago Bears Pro Bowler Matt Forte As 2011 Top Value Performer Candidate

Chicago Bears' running back, Forte, is one of Vizio's five Top Value Performer finalists. Fans can vote now at Vizio.com/tvp. End Quote

(1888PressRelease) January 11, 2012 - Vizio selected Matt Forte, top running back for the Chicago Bears, as one of their five outstanding 2011 Top Value Performer Candidates. The contest recognizes professional football players who have performed above and beyond expectations relative to their contract while maximizing value for their teams.

Since debuting as a Chicago Bear in 2008, Forte has garnered praise as a versatile and consistent playmaker. During his rookie year, he led the 2008 NFL rookie running backs in total yards and receptions. With the exception of Herschel Walker in the 1980s, Forte became the only player to have 700 rushing yards and 400 receiving yards in his first four seasons. Although he was placed on injured reserve for the remainder of the 2011 season, his stellar on-field performance earned him a spot on the 2012 Pro Bowl roster.

"I'm honored to be recognized by Vizio along with a great group of players", says Forte, "I am very fortunate in that I get to do something that I love, so anything beyond that, in terms of recognition and awards, is definitely a bonus!"

Vizio TVP candidates are evaluated based on their regular season performances and statistics, and the role they played in the success of their teams. Fan votes will determine the winner and every fan that votes is entered for a chance to win a Vizio TV. Fans can sound off via Twitter by using the hash tag #VIZIOTVP. Voting starts January 9, 2012 and ends at 11:59 pm on January 23, 2012.

About Matt Forte: Dynamic Running Back Matt Forte is in his fourth season with the Chicago Bears. Named Sports Illustrated 2011 Midseason Offensive MVP, Forte ranks among the top players in the league in total yards from scrimmage. In 2011, he became the first Bears running back named to the Pro Bowl since Neal Anderson in 1991.

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About Vizio: VIZIO, Inc., "Where Vision Meets Value," headquartered in Irvine, California, is America's HDTV and Consumer Electronics Company. In 2007, VIZIO skyrocketed to the top by becoming the #1 selling brand of flat panel HDTVs in North America and became the first American brand in over a decade to lead major categories in U.S. TV sales. VIZIO has won numerous awards including a #1 ranking in the Inc. 500 for Top Companies in Computers and Electronics, Good Housekeeping's Best Big-Screens, CNET's Top 10 Holiday Gifts and PC World's Best Buy among others.

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