I think you are right, I think he will have to play out his 3 years. Also, I think in the process, he and McDaniels will have gotten along and Jay will be resigned and will retire a Bronco.

Johnson (excuse me, Ocho Cinco) demanded a trade. The Bengals refused. Johnson skipped camp. The Bengals remained unmoved. Johnson held out; The Bengals stayed the course. Johnson caved.

I can’t see McD trading Jay away for less than a bonanza of draft picks and I can’t see anyone coughing that up at this point.

Because of how both sides have handled this, I agree that I don’t see the Broncos trading him… but I see the deal Simms got as saying Jay may not play very much either. I think that now that McD (according to Cutler) admitting wanting Cassel more, in spite of telling Jay that Jay was part of the reason McD came here…. basically is on record as a liar of convenience. Jay Cutler is idealist and easily led down the paths that benefit others, and Pat Bowlen lied about his new role and let this situation come to a head. I’ll just bet Bowlen is disappointed… but regrets butter no bread.

So Jay will play.
It seems to me Jay is still twisting the story to how it suits him.
Anyway, Cutler will be with the Broncos for another 3 years!

Cleveland I think is the most likely trade at this point because of salary cap issues surrounding the Detroit trade. IMO he is gone.

He can cry and throw a tantrum all he wants, but it will not change a thing. Hold out Jay Cutler, see how far that gets you. It will only take you 3 years of not playing pro ball to get your freedom. Its in your best interest to play.

So he has three years left. Fantastic! But we could franchise him after those three years, right (think Julius Peppers)? So, technically, we could have him for four years (of course he could refuse that franchise, but couldn’t sign elsewhere, right?).

Tell me if I am wrong.

      He could officially retire and make a comeback. Didnt we have a certain receiver do that and go to Kansas City.

By the way.

Absolutely Nothing.

For all the reasons that you mentioned and then some. For example, I don’t think you mentioned that once attendance becomes mandatory Jay will be fined for every day that he doesn’t show up. Also, if he holds out long enough he will end up owing a prorated portion of his signing bonus. In other words, Jay will play whether he likes it or not. The Broncos should just try to wait out the storm.

One question about your facts, I thought Cutler had two years remaining and not three. I could definitely be wrong and I’m not really sure where to check that info.

Bowlen- “I am disappointed in Jay”

That should speak volumes. Actively shopping the boy or not I dunno but Bowlen has now got an idea of what kind of MAN Cutler is. Obviously he doesnt care anymore about the QB issue he cares about his team and you never EVER show your boss you are LESS than he thought you were

almost missed it. thanks for the read!

I only imagine that if he sits out too long, he’ll miss out on learning the playbook (and practicing with the team) and by the time he catches up, it’ll be too late for him to play (just think if Simms actually does a good job, à la the Cassel/Brady deal. I originally thought the point of his signing, besides being a decent backup, was to light a fire in Jay to get him to play better). Or is possible to just pick it all up in a week?

Jay will play, as boydy has said. He wants to be traded, as he himself has said. He won’t be traded, as McD has said. The Broncos will wait out this storm, as PNB said (in fact this is precisely what they have been doing, making comments only when they have to counter the ridiculous leaks from Cook). What will Jay be doing while the Broncos wait? Hopefully the same thing Simms is doing, studying the playbook and getting ready for fall!

1/ Hold out: This makes no sense as it decreases his value. It also highlights concerns on his character and leadership ability, which further decreases his value. It also effects his earning capacity. Cant see it happening.

Jay won’t hold out, now way.

1. He loses out on money and that’s what this whole thing has been about, more money for Jay and Bus.
2. It makes Jay a liar, remember “I play for my teammates” will come back to bite him in the rear.
3. It is about money, and the way to a bigger and better contract is not in sweatpants.
4. The Broncos hold all the cards, it’s not like he can go play baseball.

wouldn’t you think this would all blow over and by that time he would resign?

Correct me if I’m wrong… but whether or not we can franchise him or not after his contract is up will depend entirely upon the new CBA.

I agree, the leverage is Denver’s. Jay’s got 3 years left on his contract – here is what remains, from Rotoworld.com…

2009: $1.035 million (+ $100,000 workout bonus), 2010: $1.4225 million (+ $4 million roster bonus), 2011: $1.81 million (+ $12 million roster bonus) 2012: Free Agent. 45% of the deal’s max value is performance incentives. Among them is a $1.95 million escalator for any year of 2006-2010 that he finishes in the top five in any of the NFL’s major passing categories, as well as a $4 million bonus for taking 70% of the snaps in 2009. There also is a $500,000 bonus available 2006-2010 for taking 70% of the snaps and either taking 70% of the snaps in a Super Bowl or winning a Super Bowl.

So, he not only can’t force a trade, he has to play. He’s due no roster bonus this year, and only a $4-million bonus in 2010. His big bonus comes in 2011, and the rest are all incentives he must earn. Jay has no leverage, at all. As long as the Broncos can hold the line, they will eventually win out. Cutler has to play, there’s no way around it for him. I agree with the above comments – by the time he starts having success under McDaniels’ tutelage, all will be forgiven, if not forgotten.

13-3, Baby!