The Broncos inserted Cutler as starter in Week 13. And Culter played pretty well. He got better as he got more seasoned. Cutler had two touchdowns in all but one game and finished with nine touchdowns compared to five interceptions. And he completed just fewer than 60 percent of his passes. Cutler has a great arm and his accuracy is improving. Plus, he slides around the pocket well and can make some plays with his legs. The starter's job is Cutlers from day one this season, so that should help. And the Broncos have a solid offense with some weapons at receiver, most notably Javon Walker.
FANTASY OUTLOOK
Cutler has the makeup to be a top fantasy quarterback. He actually outscored many of the top quarterbacks in the league down the stretch last season. He has obvious potential. We can see him coming close to 3,500 yards and 25 or so touchdowns. He is worth taking a chance on as your No. 1 quarterback.
May 4 2008 04:32PM
Lee Rasizer, of the Rocky Mountain News, reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler is planning to wear an insulin pump during practices and pregame warm-ups to regulate his blood-sugar level. He will take the device off for the three hours he plays in game and drink Gatorade to give his body a boost instead of letting the machine do it. He will keep a close eye on his glucose levels either between quarters or at halftime.
May 3 2008 10:19AM
The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler said Friday, May 2, he realized there was something wrong with him dating back to last season, when he lost 35 pounds and some velocity on his throws. Doctors told Cutler last month that he is an insulin-dependant diabetic. Cutler never worried his career was in jeopardy, however. "No. That's the first thing they said to me: 'It's going to affect your lifestyle a little bit, but you'll be able to continue to play football,' " Cutler said. "I'm not the first athlete to get diabetes and I won't be the last?I've got a lot of people watching me. It's not going to affect me on the field. I'm going to make changes off the field, eating and stuff like that."
May 1 2008 11:56PM
Jeff Legwold, of the Rocky Mountain News, reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler has been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. The team is prepared to take all the measured they need to monitor Cutler's health, but they are confident he will be able to manage. Cutler was diagnosed in recent weeks, and he will now need to take daily doses of insulin and closely monitor his diet.
Fantasy Impact: Cutler should be fine playing with this.
Apr 10 2008 02:27PM
The Associated Press reports former NFL QB John Elway was surprised by Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler's comments regarding WR Brandon Marshall. Elway said Cutler needs to realize Marshall is still a kid and these things might happen. "If that's what Jay feels like he needs to comment on, he needs to do that," Elway said. "Personally, I would've done it to him. Even though I tried to settle things in the press, looking back over the years, it hasn't been the right way to do it."
Apr 1 2008 05:56PM
The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler is disappointed with WR Brandon Marshall (arm) after hearing Marshall injured himself wrestling with his brother last month. Cutler said Marshall is not his favorite person right now and was looking forward to working with Marshall and Jeremy Bates, the new passing game coordinator. Cutler said he wanted to work on new formations and plays but can't work on those things now that Marshall is out until training camp.
Fantasy Impact: Good to see Cutler taking a leadership role. He seems poised for a breakout season.
Dec 30 2007 10:08PM
The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler was 26-for-37 for 246 yards with two touchdowns in Week 17.
