scs787 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 We've discussed extending Peanuts contract as a way to open up more $$ which I think is a great idea...What about Cutler? Would he do it knowing he could take a step forward and make more money if he waits? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mongo3451 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 We've discussed extending Peanuts contract as a way to open up more $$ which I think is a great idea...What about Cutler? Would he do it knowing he could take a step forward and make more money if he waits? Cutler can wait. He needs to prove himself this year or I'd prefer he move on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connorbear Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 Cutler can wait. He needs to prove himself this year or I'd prefer he move on. This 100% Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scs787 Posted February 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I personally think Cutler gives us the best chance to win for years to come. The FA market next year blows and with our aging defense I'd hate to go with a rookie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingtwig Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 Not right now im not. Though i believe he is best option i need to see what he can do with new coaching staff first. If he gets off to great start and he cuts down on the turnovers then i approach him mid season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Hochuli 3:16 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I personally think Cutler gives us the best chance to win for years to come. The FA market next year blows and with our aging defense I'd hate to go with a rookie. I agree totally as no one here is a bigger fan of his than I am but I do not think giving him an extension is smart. What if he never improves or doesn't get along with Trestman and Kromer? Also, he'll want more than his current deal and that'll hurt this cap space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scs787 Posted February 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I agree totally as no one here is a bigger fan of his than I am but I do not think giving him an extension is smart. What if he never improves or doesn't get along with Trestman and Kromer? Also, he'll want more than his current deal and that'll hurt this cap space. I was thinking back load it and give him a big signing bonus. A Matt Ryan-esque contract where he made 295k with a 6mill bonus would be pretty rad. It won't happen but something like that would be nice .....I'm sure Marc and Kromer have some time to get to know him before they make the decision. It's a bit of a bold move that could be beneficial if Cutler does indeed take off this season. I'm right there with you as one of his biggest fans and I believe there is a plethora of reasons why he will be great next year and in the future..... 1. Marc Trestman 2. Moving back to a west coast offense 3. The use of backs in said WCO 4. Progress from Jeffery 5. Upgraded OL and scheme 6. Adding a TE that can catch the ball. I think if you sign him before the season you could be saving 5 mill a year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
selection7 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 ... I'm right there with you as one of his biggest fans and I believe there is a plethora of reasons why he will be great next year and in the future..... .... I think if you sign him before the season you could be saving 5 mill a year. I agree. He hypothetically wouldn't command that much on the free market right now, which hurts his negotiating. He's already played through his twenties and the closest he's gotten to looking like a top QB was his first full season to start...a long time ago at this point. And think of it this way...if Trestman doesn't improve the offense, then who cares? We're not going anywhere with or without Cutler. If he does though, Cutler will probably benefit the most and he'll be markedly more expensive next year. Sometimes you gotta take risks. Thing is, I don't think Cutler will want to do an extension, just like Flacco didn't want to this past year, because Cutler knows all this too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scs787 Posted February 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I agree. He hypothetically wouldn't command that much on the free market right now, which hurts his negotiating. He's already played through his twenties and the closest he's gotten to looking like a top QB was his first full season to start...a long time ago at this point. And think of it this way...if Trestman doesn't improve the offense, then who cares? We're not going anywhere with or without Cutler. If he does though, Cutler will probably benefit the most and he'll be markedly more expensive next year. Sometimes you gotta take risks. Thing is, I don't think Cutler will want to do an extension, just like Flacco didn't want to this past year, because Cutler knows all this too. Ya, I think you may be right which is why I proposed the "Would he do it knowing he could take a step forward and make more money if he waits?" question ...Wishful thinking really. They'll have the money to resign him after next year regardless but getting it done now would save some $$ in my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ54 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 Make him earn it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daventry Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I wouldn't want to commit to Cutler right now, he has to prove he is worth another contract this year and if he fails to deliver I hope we look elsewhere for a QB....as with Lovie, there have been too many years of excuses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bears4Ever_34 Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I would wait to see what happens this season. If he doesn't get any better, franchise him, draft a young QB in next year's draft, and then make the decision on Cutler after the following year. You'll either have to re-sign him long term, trade him, or let him walk with a new QB hopefully ready to take over. A Superbowl appearance, barring a Rex Grossman esque debacle, should warrant a long term extension. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madlithuanian Posted February 8, 2013 Report Share Posted February 8, 2013 I've got to think that's the thought a majority of us have... Maybe address is mid-season or towards the tail end depending...but now, I see no advantage for the team. This 100% Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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