Jay Cutler facts for kids
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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. |
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| 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 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11 | ||||||||||||
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Jay Christopher Cutler (born April 29, 1983) is a former American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 12 seasons. He is best known for his time with the Chicago Bears, where he set team records for the most passing yards, touchdowns, and completions.
Cutler played college football for the Vanderbilt Commodores and was named the SEC Offensive Player of the Year as a senior. The Denver Broncos chose him in the first round of the 2006 NFL draft. After three seasons and a Pro Bowl selection with the Broncos, he was traded to the Bears. In 2010, he led the Bears to a division title and the NFC Championship Game. Cutler played his final season with the Miami Dolphins. In 2019, he was named one of the 100 greatest Bears of all time.
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Early Life and High School
Jay Cutler was born in Santa Claus, Indiana. He went to Heritage Hills High School, where he was the starting quarterback for three years. In his last two years, his team had an amazing record of 26 wins and only 1 loss. As a senior, his team was undefeated and won the state championship.
Cutler was a talented all-around athlete. He was also a first-team all-state player in basketball and received honors for his skill as a shortstop in baseball. Growing up in Indiana, Cutler was a big fan of the Chicago Bears.
College Career at Vanderbilt
Cutler attended Vanderbilt University and became the team's starting quarterback. He started every single one of the 45 games he played for the Commodores, which is a school record for a quarterback. He never missed a game because of an injury.
His best season was his final year in 2005. He threw for over 3,000 yards and had 21 touchdowns. For his great performance, he was named the SEC Offensive Player of the Year. He became the first Vanderbilt player to win the award since 1967. He ended his college career by leading Vanderbilt to a victory over their rivals, the Tennessee Volunteers, for the first time since 1982.
Cutler graduated from Vanderbilt in 2005 with a degree in human and organizational development. He set many school records, including most career passing yards (8,697) and touchdown passes (59). In 2016, he was inducted into the Vanderbilt Athletics Hall of Fame.
Professional Football Career
Denver Broncos (2006–2008)
The Denver Broncos selected Cutler in the first round of the 2006 NFL draft. He became the team's starting quarterback near the end of his first season. He quickly showed his strong arm, throwing for at least two touchdowns in each of his first four starts, an NFL record for a rookie.
Over the next two seasons, Cutler became the Broncos' leader on offense. In 2008, he had a career-best season, throwing for over 4,500 yards and 25 touchdowns. His impressive performance earned him a spot in the Pro Bowl, the NFL's all-star game. He set several Broncos single-season records that year, including most passing yards and completions.
Chicago Bears (2009–2016)
In 2009, Cutler was traded to the Chicago Bears, the team he cheered for as a child. He quickly became one of the most important quarterbacks in the team's history.
Leading the Bears to the Playoffs
Cutler's most successful season with the Bears was in 2010. He led the team to an 11–5 record, winning the NFC North division title. In the playoffs, he played an amazing game against the Seattle Seahawks, scoring two touchdowns by passing and two by running. The Bears won 35–24.
The Bears then played against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship Game. Unfortunately, Cutler injured his knee during the game and could not finish. The Bears lost, just one game away from the Super Bowl.
Setting Franchise Records
For the next several years, Cutler continued to be the Bears' starting quarterback. He formed a strong connection with wide receiver Brandon Marshall, and the two of them broke many team records. Despite facing many challenges, including injuries, Cutler showed his toughness and skill.
By the time he left the Bears, Cutler had become the franchise's all-time leader in many categories. These include career passing yards (23,443), completions (2,020), and touchdown passes (154). He also holds the record for the most wins by a Bears quarterback, with 51.
On March 9, 2017, the Bears released Cutler. He briefly retired and was hired to be a TV commentator for Fox Sports.
Miami Dolphins (2017)
Cutler's retirement didn't last long. In August 2017, the Miami Dolphins needed a starting quarterback after an injury to their player, Ryan Tannehill. Cutler signed a one-year contract to join the team. This reunited him with his former coach, Adam Gase.
He started 14 games for the Dolphins, throwing for 2,666 yards and 19 touchdowns. After the season, he retired from football for good.
Life Outside of Football
Family and Personal Life
Cutler married television personality Kristin Cavallari in 2013. They have two sons and one daughter together. The couple announced they were separating in 2020, and their divorce was finalized in 2022. In 2024, it was reported that Cutler was engaged to Samantha Robertson.
Charity Work
Cutler has been involved in charity work throughout his career. He started the Jay Cutler Foundation to help at-risk youth graduate from high school.
In 2008, Cutler announced that he has type 1 diabetes and needs daily insulin shots. He works with organizations to raise awareness and money for diabetes research. Through his "Touchdowns For Diabetes" campaign, he helped send children with diabetes to special summer camps.
Business and Media
Since retiring from the NFL, Cutler has started several businesses. He launched a meat company called CUTS and a podcast called "Uncut." He also appeared on the reality TV show Very Cavallari and became a panelist on the show Inside the NFL in 2023.
See also
In Spanish: Jay Cutler (quarterback) para niños
