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despite what the hyperbolic talk says, there is an argument for keeping cutler around AND drafting a QB.
despite what the hyperbolic talk says, there is an argument for keeping cutler around AND drafting a QB.
What 5 players that we absolutely have to resign at the end of the year?
1. Cutler- We can't afford to try and start over at the QB position. Maybe his injury will allow his price to come down some
2. Gould-This accurate of a kicker especially in Soldier Field can not be overlooked. Dude has been money, now pay him
3. Tillman- I know he's getting up there but when healthy he still can be a difference maker
4. Wooten- I think Peppers is gone especially with his production. Wooten should be a fairly cheap solid player
5. Slauson- Has been a solid addition to the line. Would keep consistency and allow us to go after a center via draft or free agency
Why not?
I think Seattle had some flexibility because Flynn's contract was small compared to other NFL starting QBs. Its not like they were paying him $15M to sit on the bench. I have a feeling Cutler is going to demand $15M - $20M/year, and I don't know if the Bears can afford to pay that type of money to a QB they aren't really sold on. JMO.
I think Seattle had some flexibility because Flynn's contract was small compared to other NFL starting QBs. Its not like they were paying him $15M to sit on the bench. I have a feeling Cutler is going to demand $15M - $20M/year, and I don't know if the Bears can afford to pay that type of money to a QB they aren't really sold on. JMO.
Mike Florio!!!!!!!
When I say something like "I have a feeling...", that probably means I am just making a guess and not actually reporting fact.
Take the stick out of your ass. Then continue posting. Thanks!
Who told you that Cutler will demand that type of money and the Bears aren't sold on him?
I think Seattle had some flexibility because Flynn's contract was small compared to other NFL starting QBs. Its not like they were paying him $15M to sit on the bench. I have a feeling Cutler is going to demand $15M - $20M/year, and I don't know if the Bears can afford to pay that type of money to a QB they aren't really sold on. JMO.
Bears would be playing with fire IMO to bring Cutler back for a multi-year deal and drafting a QB with the long term intention of replacing Cutler with him. You think Cutler is going to be a good solider in this thing if that's the case? I don't know. Depending on the way the deal is structured not sure it makes sense from a cap situation either.I think a large part of how much Cutler is going to make next year is based on when he signs. Not 100 percent sure on how the offseason schedule plays out, but I'm fairly certain teams get to negotiate with their own players first. If the Bears can negotiate with him right after the season ends, you may end up signing him in the lower teens range (10-12 million). But if he hits the free agent market, some teams are going to throw stupid amounts of money at him because that's what always happens with QBs in free agency, and then the Bears had better be sold on him or they'd probably be best served to let him walk.
Bears would be playing with fire IMO to bring Cutler back for a multi-year deal and drafting a QB with the long term intention of replacing Cutler with him. You think Cutler is going to be a good solider in this thing if that's the case? I don't know. Depending on the way the deal is structured not sure it makes sense from a cap situation either.
Given what happened in Denver, I wouldn't be optimistic about Cutler being the good soldier, either. He wants to be a starting QB in the NFL, that's it, and he may not be so open to a competition.
Sorta feels like the Bears have two options: keep Cutler and McCown as your two QBs and continue to trot out Matt Blanchard in the preseason as your "developmental" QB or just blow up the whole thing and go with an entirely new QB group.
I say you have to resign Cutler. Looking at Cutlers stats this year with this squad he's played good. I just don't believe were going to get someone better in FA or draft that can come in and player better than Cutler. I really hate this QB draft class, I'm all for gambling and drafting a QB maybe well get lucky but I'm not willing to let go Cutler and draft another Gabbert, Weeden, or Ponder and watch us go 2-14.
It's like you don't quit your job unless you have another job lined up. Seattle had Flynn San Fran had Smith.
Yeah and I wasn't implying Cutler is still the same type of guy he was in Denver. I wasn't sure in all honesty. No idea how it would work but from the outside looking in it would be a pretty big risk.
Agree on the risk.... but perhaps if Trestman approaches it the right way.... maybe he and Emery feel out Cutler on the issue and see if he would be cool with a competition. Maybe they sell it to him as he is our solid starter and we draft a young QB for him to mentor and help us develop.... There has to be a better way to do it than let him find out on Twitter and wait for him to get pissed and look elsewhere.
This.What 5 players that we absolutely have to resign at the end of the year?
1. Cutler- We can't afford to try and start over at the QB position. Maybe his injury will allow his price to come down some
2. Gould-This accurate of a kicker especially in Soldier Field can not be overlooked. Dude has been money, now pay him
3. Tillman- I know he's getting up there but when healthy he still can be a difference maker
4. Wooten- I think Peppers is gone especially with his production. Wooten should be a fairly cheap solid player
5. Slauson- Has been a solid addition to the line. Would keep consistency and allow us to go after a center via draft or free agency