Jay Cutler
Cutler with the Denver Broncos in 2008 | |||||||||||||||
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| Position: | Quarterback | ||||||||||||||
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| Born: | April 29, 1983 Santa Claus, Indiana, U.S. | ||||||||||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||||||||||||
| Weight: | 231 lb (105 kg) | ||||||||||||||
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| High school: | Heritage Hills (Lincoln City, Indiana) | ||||||||||||||
| College: | Vanderbilt (2001–2005) | ||||||||||||||
| NFL draft: | 2006: 1st round, 11th pick | ||||||||||||||
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Jay Christopher Cutler (born April 29, 1983) is an American former professional football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 12 seasons. A member of the Chicago Bears for most of his career, he is the franchise leader in passing yards, passing touchdowns, attempts, and completions.
Cutler played college football for the Vanderbilt Commodores, earning Southeastern Conference Offensive Player of the Year honors as a senior. He was selected by the Denver Broncos in the first round of the 2006 NFL draft with the 11th overall pick. During his three seasons with the Broncos, he earned Pro Bowl honors in 2008. The following year, Cutler was traded to the Bears, where he played eight seasons. His most successful season was in 2010 when he led the Bears to a division title and NFC Championship Game appearance. After being released by Chicago, Cutler spent his final season with the Miami Dolphins. He was named among the 100 greatest Bears of All-Time in 2019.