Alaskan Grizzly

I've put on about 30 lbs since High School, without any artificial enhancement. All natural weight gain. If I can do it so can he right? My ' workout' involves eating when I'm hungry... And then some , beer consumption (occasionally and routinely) and sloth- like repetitions of nothing.

When I first saw that he was signed I was pretty ecstatic. But after reading about his injury history I'm a little concerned. Since the Pats were willing to take a chance on him ( and for three years originally) then I think it's a pretty good deal. If Jeremiah Ratliff can come back and contribute as well as he did late last year, despite his injures and age so too can Wilson. Think it would be good to have another player like him in the backfield with someone like Tillman still in the mix.

Yeah, I'll have to agree with the consensus here. It's been awhile since the last Super Bowl appearance for the Bears (which was played in January) so he just wasn't thinking. This is akin to someone saying they are a psychologist when they meant to type 'plumber' (Damn autocorrect). No harm, no foul.

What he could have done versus what he's done, regardless of the circumstances, is moot. He's average because of his "body of work" not just because of his last year's performance. Blame the Oline, blame the coordinators, blame the coaches...he has remained average. At one point Aaron Rodgers was getting sacked more than Cutler yet he still is able to perform and still qualifies as a potential HOF'er (according to MadLith).

Well how about at least come close? So far he hasn't. And what's more since his contract seems to be in line with other QB's recently re-signed (or about to be) and some of them are ones you consider at least in the Top 10, then yes I would expect he be in that upper tier. If he were to only be 32nd and the team still gets to the Super Bowl, then we might as well have kept McCown at a lower rate and drafted a Qb with the 1 or 2 pick. Not enough will be known until this year is played. Truth be told if Cutler is able to get through the first 8 games unscathed AND showing worthy stats, I'll buy in that maybe he's worth the investment. My feeling towards Cutler is similar to Daventry, I was a HUGE fan of the signing but the luster has started to tarnish.

In defense of Terra, not that he's needing it, but what was proven last year was the Trestman can make a "mediocre" QB (McCown) look good. Despite this and given similar opportunities Cutler was able to still be a good QB, not 'elite', just good. Sure the arguments can be made that Cutler faced tougher D's and that his stats were better than in the past but all that is retracted because he was injured. Until Cutler is able to make a season injury free and put up stats that are more than middle of the road, he'll be average. And since he's receiving franchise money, now's the time for him to be the Franchise QB.

He's got 'Rick Mirer' written all over him.... Maybe he'll be a good 'camp QB'. Apparently our defense is familiar with him already.

One thing that stuck with me was the willingness (at least outwardly) of Jennings to do the NB. This despite he being a ProBowler the last two years as a starting CB. Talk about a team player. Good job 26.

Heard on NFL Network that Bennett and Houston had "a little scuffle" during OTAs today. Video didn't show much but Bennett looked pretty ticked. Probably nothing but worth keeping note of. Kinda reminiscent of the "12th power ranking" discussion we just had here recently.

Have to say I agree big time on Jeffery. Still remember him playing in that bowl game against Nebraska where he got ejected for fighting but still won MVP. And where is Doug Plank in your secondary? Wasn't he a better hitter than Fencik?

Saw a snippet of the actual 'Q and A' regarding this and he said that 'what happened last year is last year' . 'We'll have to see..." when asked about how this year will go. If I didn't know any better you'd almost think he didn't have a great year and perhaps thinks he Underperformed. Nevertheless, I think he was unassuming enough that I get the feeling he is sincere that he and Brandon will build upon what they did last year. Oh, and I might mention he wants not only for he and BM to do well but everyone else, to include Bennett, Forte, Wilson etc. Pretty sure that's not cockiness. * Edit: cockiness wouldn't be unwarranted if he chose to. He was just voted as #54 in the 'The Top 100 players in the NFL for 2014'. Not too shabby.

Agreed. He didn't sound cocky, just stating facts. He and Marshall together are probably the best WR tandem in the NFL. Alshon stated that as much and said what's done is done (2013) and now he needs to move on to be consistent.

You're confusing condescending with HEAVY sarcasm. I'm trying to keep you from puking.

It's called pathetic irony... Which word did I mispell? I'm always sure to do spell check when sparring with literary giants like him. Wouldn't want my glass house to get broke.

Don't worry, the feeling is mutual sweet cheeks. Don't be so hard on yourself, you never say (or write) anything stupid.

For the record, with all the pains that Jason can cause he is an equal contributing member to the forum. If he leaves we'll lose one more opinion, like it or not, and that's just not right. I recall not all that long ago folks thinking Terra should go because of his short but damaging remarks. Fortunately he wasn't discouraged and didn't give up and stuck it out. Hell even SCS left and came back. So Jason should reconsider his wanting to go because if for nothing else, Cracker will have to turn his attention to someone else. "He who fights and runs away, lives to fight another day." I don't suggest Jason "run away" just take a break.

IMHO, McCown consistently outperformed Cutler last year. Given the same 'equipment' to work with. Regardless of each other's past. Given he (Cutler) is now the starting QB for the beloved Bears I too shall hope he does better. I'm just not as sold.

Even in the few games Cutler performed in last year he still favored BM over most any other receiver. This despite AJ having a pretty remarkable year with a "mediocre" QB like McCown throwing to him. The line was solid and he had the same advantage that McCown did. Now if he's able to put it alltogether and realize there are others besides Marshall able to catch maybe, just maybe his talent will show through. He's on an extended contract, going into year two with Trestman and a relatively solid oline. The excuses are few, the opportunity...plenty.

Oh yeah...there it is. I coulda swore that it was under it's own heading. That's what I get for reading first thing in the morning..... Wonder if it's more like the motivational visit that Ditka did last year? But yes I would be good with Singletary as DC or at the very least, LB coach.

Wasn't there a separate post with pics from the first day of OTA's? Where did that go? I was going to ask, for those that may make it to see some of these practices, how did players like Christian Jones, Fendi Onubun and Willie Young look?

That's more like it! Spoken like what I expect a true New Yorker to sound. Your being cordial threw me for a bit. Kinda like when Cracker Barrel gets all mushy and stuff. We sound like a bunch of angry old men...

Just watched "Monuments Men" last night. Good flick. And appropriate.

Haha... Gulf of Mexico... Good one. Hawaii and Alaska are connected by a land bridge so when the tide is out you can walk in between. And don't forget, we can all see Russia from our back yard.

Interesting thought about Maranelli. As much as it pains me I'm kinda glad things have gone the way they have. Personally losing URL and Lovie was painful but they have both moved on to better things. And after all is said and done so too shall the Bears. After watching Marshall's presser about Trestman makes me think the Bears are on the verge of something special. Especially on O... Which is weird for Chicago. The D will probably be fine. I can't imagine they'll be any worse then last year. Really what did they lose? For what they lost they gained in players like Houston and Allen. And from the draft I feel one or two of the kids will probably make some noise. Should be a good year overall.

Oh you mean like the time when I thought you were a douche? Oh you're right that wasn't an original thought. Disclaimer: I don't mean to be jerky, just feeling sassy. The weather has been exceptional up here. No harm meant... Except to those directly affected. Mahalo hoapilis!