FANTASY FOOTBALL NFL PLAYERS

Posted: 1/6/2009 11:24pm et

The Rocky Mountain News, reports Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Jason Garrett, who interviewed for the vacant Denver Broncos head coaching position, said he is impressed with Broncos QB Jay Cutler. 'You look at him and you see what you'd like to see in a quarterback, going all the way back to college, just the physical and mental toughness he possesses,' Garrett said.

The Huddle Take: Jason Garrett, who has been deemed the coach in waiting behind the troubled Wade Phillips in Dallas, appears to be checking the waters outside of Big D due mainly to the offensive struggles of the Cowboys this season. It appears that Garrett's star is not shining as brightly on the NFL coaching horizon as it once did but he should still be considered a top coaching talent that is likely going to be leading an NFL team soon even if it is not in Dallas. If he lands in a place like Denver then Garrett could inherit a playoff caliber team right out of the gate.

Posted: 12/31/2008 1:40pm et

The Rocky Mountain News reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler is not happy the team fired head coach Mike Shanahan. "I'm disappointed, I'm shocked, I'm not happy about it, I'm not pleased with it at all," Cutler said Tuesday, Dec. 30. "We had zero inkling this was going to happen. I didn't have a clue." Cutler is concerned the team will take a step back if they were to lose all of their offensive coaches.

The Huddle Take: Cutler had certainly been developing nicely under Shanahan, and there is almost always a period of adjustment to a new system so Cutler's initial frustration is understandable. However, before you start dropping Jay down your 2009 quarterback rankings let's see who the Broncos bring in to run the offense.

Posted: 12/18/2008 11:55am et

Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler has proven he can play in bad weather, and he might have to for the team's Week 16 game. Temperatures are predicted to be in the teens and Cutler will still have to throw plenty because of the Broncos' issues at tailback.

The Huddle Take: If Cutler is to have a lengthy career in Denver he'll be playing a whole lot of games in inclement weather. He's thrown multiple touchdowns in five of his six December starts in Denver, so Bronco fans and Cutler owners should have no worries about how the weather will impact their passing game.

Posted: 11/16/2008 9:36pm et

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler went 19-for-27 for 216 yards and one touchdown in the team's Week 11 game.

The Huddle Take: Despite some early difficulties, Cutler appears to be back on track as a No. 1 fantasy quarterback for fantasy teams looking toward the playoffs. He has some nice weapons at his disposal in this offense with Brandon Marshall and Eddie Royal so expect more productive games as Denver battles for the playoffs.

Posted: 10/21/2008 8:15am et

Cutler (finger) was 17-for-26 for 168 yards with a touchdown pass and two interceptions Week 7. He also ran the ball three times for 18 yards. Cutler suffered a finger injury in the final series of the first half, but he was able to return to the game.

The Huddle Take: Well, his being on the field in the closing seconds of a 41-7 game is a pretty good indication that the finger is going to be fine. He'll have the bye week for that finger to heal completely and be good to go Week 9.

Posted: 9/28/2008 8:00pm et

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler went 29-for-49 for 361 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in the team's Week 4 game.

The Huddle Take: Cutler continues to churn out nice fantasy stats despite losing to the lowly Kansas City Chiefs in Week 4. He is arguably the top quarterback in fantasy leagues this season and should continue to post solid numbers regardless of your scoring format.

Posted: 9/21/2008 9:40pm et

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler went 21-for-34 for 264 yards, two touchdowns and one interception in the team's Week 3 game.

The Huddle Take: Denver QB Jay Cutler continues to shine early in the season as the Broncos appear to be the team to beat in the AFC West early on. Fantasy owners that drafted Cutler as a No. 2 quarterback are smiling now as the Bronco signal-caller is turning into a solid No. 1 quarterback in the NFL this season. He is a must-start in all leagues.

Posted: 9/15/2008 12:34pm et

The Rocky Mountain News reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler lined up in the shotgun 32 times in Week 2. He threw out of the formation 28 times, or on 56 percent of his career-most 50 pass attempts, in the game.

The Huddle Take: Whatever Cutler is doing, it's working; he has 650 yards and six touchdowns through the first two games. The return of Brandon Marshall in Week 2 didn't hurt, either.

Posted: 9/14/2008 9:23pm et

The Associated Press reports Denver Broncos QB Jay Cutler went 26-for-50 for a career-high 350 yards and four touchdowns in the team's Week 2 game.

The Huddle Take: What a dominant performance from Jay Cutler who has continued to grow and develop into one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL so far this year. With Brandon Marshall now back from suspension the Broncos are on the rise and poised to make some noise in the AFC West. Cutler is without question a solid No. 1 quarterback that could lead fantasy teams to the promised land this season.

Posted: 9/9/2008 8:46am et

Jay Cutler was 16-for-24 for 299 yards with two passing touchdowns during the team's Week 1 game.

The Huddle Take: The impending return of Brandon Marshall from suspension, and the breakout performance of Eddie Royal, have to have Cutler owners incredibly excited.