Cutler Interview From Camp Today

[Kaylore]

Here's the main site live interview: www.denverbroncos.com


Pretty funny article. They let the rooks talk to the media today, so the Broncos site should have the full thing later. Here's a snip from 9news. Seems Scheffler and Cutler are roomies.

http://www.9news.com/acm_news.aspx?OSGNAME=KUSA&IKOBJECTID=4e927c89-0abe-421a-00ef-6f46ebd63b61&TEMPLATEID=af6b6b60-ac1f-02c5-0012-a9383dc2f691

http://www.9news.com/media/2004March25111202/83fee781-0abe-421a-01af-aa3a5ade29cc.jpgDENVER (AP) -- Quarterback Jay Cutler recalled the night before Denver Broncos passing camp, his first day as a professional football player.


"Tony (Scheffler) and I were rooming together, I had the playbook and he didn't have one, so we stayed up and looked over the playbook," Denver's first round draft choice said Friday. "We had no idea of what were looking at. Kind of went to sleep, a little bit uneasy."

Still, the Broncos' top draft pick hasn't been overwhelmed. The No. 11 overall pick from Vanderbilt said he is feeling more comfortable with his surroundings and is just one of the guys.

"I felt different on Day 2," he said. "You just progress, you get used to hearing things in your head and you're able to repeat them and go through reads."

None which surprises coach Mike Shanahan, who oversaw the development of John Elway and Brian Griese after their successful collegiate careers.

"Jay comes from a throwing background, so he picks things up very quickly," Shanahan said. "There's a lot of guys who haven't been in a throwing system where it takes them a while to get used to the dropbacks and reads, but he's a four-year starter."

"He's had a lot of reps through the years against good competition," said Shanahan. "So he's further ahead than most young players would be at this point."

Cutler, who threw for 8,697 yards and 59 touchdowns in college, has already realized the learning curve that has been demanded of him.

"We're putting in a lot of plays, 30, 40 or 50 pass plays, a lot of different concepts and seeing a lot of different defenses," Cutler said. "So it's moving along pretty quickly and you have to study and keep progressing."

What's helped his progress are the similarities he's noticed between the collegiate and NFL levels of football.

"You've got to make some decisions a little bit quicker, the ball has to be out of your hands quickly, but I think I did that at Vanderbilt," he said. "I felt like coming in here I have a little bit of an advantage and I still feel that way now."

The transition has also been made easier by the reception Cutler has received from Jake Plummer and Bradlee Van Pelt, Denver's two returning quarterbacks.

"Jake is the starter and he has been good to me," Cutler said. "Bradlee is a funny dude, but he's a quality guy, a good quarterback and he's still the No. 2 dude."

Cutler will get a chance to get better acquainted in a non-football setting. Plummer, who has publicly welcomed the arrival of Cutler to the Broncos, has invited the rookie over to his house Saturday for dinner.

Cutler said he hopes to get up and about Denver during the remainder of the passing camp. Between its conclusion and the time training camp opens July 27, he would like to get better acclimated to the playbook, the area and find a home.

"I know that I need to work on just running the system, being able to spit out the play calls, and the progressions and dumping the ball," Cutler said. "I know I can throw the ball. It's just a matter of figuring out where to throw it."

[Kaylore]

I remember Shanahan saying the Cutler got the playbook when he came for a visit. I wonder if he was the only rookie that got one. I also wonder why Shanahan felt it important that he have one ahead of time.

[SureShot]

I remember Shanahan saying the Cutler got the playbook when he came for a visit. I wonder if he was the only rookie that got one. I also wonder why Shanahan felt it important that he have one ahead of time.

Shanny doesn't want to carry 3 QBs and will do everything he can to ensure that.

[Kaylore]

Shanny doesn't want to carry 3 QBs and will do everything he can to ensure that.
You really think so? Van Pelt is starting his third season and has seen a little bit of game experience. He's the best choice if Jake goes down. Cutler isn't going anywhere for obvious reasons. I'm thinking all three are on the roster this year.

[Kaylore]

The main site has the Cutler interview up.

http://www.denverbroncos.com/

He gives a great interview. I really like his attitude. He's confident, but not cocky.

I guess he likes Van Pelt a lot. He smiled and make two comments about him. The "playbook" he supposedly received wasn't a playbook but just a concept book and he got a full playbook Monday before practice.

Day three and he was already comfortable calling plays. Made some good throws, too. Not bad for a rook.

[SureShot]

You really think so? Van Pelt is starting his third season and has seen a little bit of game experience. He's the best choice if Jake goes down. Cutler isn't going anywhere for obvious reasons. I'm thinking all three are on the roster this year.

In my opinion, if Jake goes down the season is may be over. Why not give Cutler a look? Also, if Cutler can't beat out Bradleee I will slit my wrists.

When was the last time we carried 3 QBs?

Super Bowl or bust! We need that roster spot!

[Kaylore]

In my opinion, if Jake goes down the season is may be over. Why not give Cutler a look? Also, if Cutler can't beat out Bradleee I will slit my wrists.

When was the last time we carried 3 QBs?

Super Bowl or bust! We need that roster spot! I actually think Bradlee could win us a game or two. He's a competitor. We lean heavily on the defense and the running game and just let Bradlee scramble around and he'll squeeze out some wins.

Later in the season cutler might be a better choice but as mock said once:

"We don't need Cutler lining up under guard."

[2KBack]

When was the last time we carried 3 QBs?

2004 they had plummer, Kannel, Van pelt, and Mauck

[SureShot]

2004 they had plummer, Kannel, Van pelt, and Mauck

Surely all four were not on the 53 man roster.

[Kaylore]

2004 they had plummer, Kannel, Van pelt, and Mauck
Van Pelt and Mauk were on the practice squad the whole year.

[scorpio]

Surely all four were not on the 53 man roster.

Van Pelt was on the practice squad

edit: er...and Mauck too. Thanks Kaylore.

[GonzoLays]

I think we will carry three QB's this season. You can assume, considering Jake's contract, this will be his last year in Denver. You don't want to go into camp next year with Jay Cutler as your only experienced QB. BVP is looking like he is going to be the backup in Denver for a long time.

[Kaylore]

Van Pelt was on the practice squad

edit: er...and Mauck too. Thanks Kaylore.
No prob

http://slam.canoe.ca/StatsFBP/BC-FBP-LGNS-DENVERROS-R.html

[SoCalBronco]

That was a great interview on the team site, thanks Khan.

[ludo21]

I like him a lot.

Cant wait for 3 years when he is our guy. Going to be exciting!

[youcandoit1687]

this is a year where we are very likely to have three QBs IMO, (knock on wood) if jake goes down and BVP cant perform, we turn to cutler i believe. i also think that depending on cutlers practice progression, we could turn to him and have BVP as backup if cutler freaks out in the game

[Florida_Bronco]

I'm really glad to see Jake warming up to the guy. I know alot of rookies (quarterbacks especially) are not that well received by the veteran starters, and I'm glad to see Jake taking the opposite stance.

[Sassy]

I think we will carry three QB's this season. You can assume, considering Jake's contract, this will be his last year in Denver. You don't want to go into camp next year with Jay Cutler as your only experienced QB. BVP is looking like he is going to be the backup in Denver for a long time.
I wouldn't "assume" anything if I were you. Jake is our QB...Cutler has not played a down in the NFL...

[watermock]

I thought I was pumped before! He handled the interview perfectly. Jake is handling it perfectly, hell, they are going to toss a few cold ones down and some ribs Saturday night at Jake's place. Better than hitting the WaffleHouse at 3AM! Literally.

He's confident but defremental but made it clear he's here to compete. He looks EXTREMELY confident but not arrogant. He said he's used to having to make quick reads.

Lelie is making a horrific mistake...this kid can throw ropes on the button deep...I don't like to homer too much, but I still haven't found a weakness. He even complimented the food! I'm just happy that there isn't immediate animosity with Jake. Take note Ashley. No, we are not trading you to Oakland.

And how about Lang! What a happy camper!

[watermock]

I wouldn't "assume" anything if I were you. Jake is our QB...Cutler has not played a down in the NFL...

Chances are that Van Pelt will be on the roster and inactive. Cutler may be inactive early, who knows.

[SureShot]

I actually think Bradlee could win us a game or two. He's a competitor. We lean heavily on the defense and the running game and just let Bradlee scramble around and he'll squeeze out some wins.

Later in the season cutler might be a better choice but as mock said once:

"We don't need Cutler lining up under guard."

Jake has had perfect attendance the last 5 years except 2003. Why waste the roster spot on someone who can't throw?(San Diego)

Bradleee is not in the Broncos future. I love his grit, but this the Broncos we are talking about.

Let him battle out with the QBs on a third rate franchise. I would hate to see him take the spot of a young player who could contribute for years to come.

[watermock]

I don't think that's nessesarily true. He got the backup spot for a reason and lost some bulk to be more flexible.

[Wes Mantooth]

In my opinion, if Jake goes down the season is may be over. Why not give Cutler a look? Also, if Cutler can't beat out Bradleee I will slit my wrists.

When was the last time we carried 3 QBs?

Super Bowl or bust! We need that roster spot!
Just three years ago. We hadn't done it since Kubes was a QB before that.

[watermock]

I guarantee you that we will keep three and keep one on inactive/emergency this year.

[2KBack]

Van Pelt and Mauk were on the practice squad the whole year.

What about the year with Griese, Ferrote and Lewis?

[SureShot]

I guarantee you that we will keep three and keep one on inactive/emergency this year.
I could agree to that.

[Man-Goblin]

Gratuitous Van Mullet shot coming in 1, 2, 3, Action!

"Jay comes from a throwing background, so he picks things up very quickly," Shanahan said. "There's a lot of guys who haven't been in a throwing system where it takes them a while to get used to the dropbacks and reads, but he's a four-year starter."

[Man-Goblin]

Gratuitous Van Mullet shot coming in 1, 2, 3, Action!

"Jay comes from a throwing background, so he picks things up very quickly," Shanahan said. "There's a lot of guys who haven't been in a throwing system where it takes them a while to get used to the dropbacks and reads, but he's a four-year starter."

As for Mock's comment about the 3 QBs, I disagree. It all depends on how the roster takes shape.

Shanny is known for keeping two QBs. They liked Matt Mauck, and he could have been another Kubiak, probably. But they cut him in favor of depth in other positions.

Plummer is very durible and he doesn't get sacked very much. Shanny will role the dice and keep two. Van Mullet should reserve a train in August out of town.

[SoCalBronco]

I agree with Mock that they will keep 3.

I think BVP has a future here as the long term backup to Cutler. BVP is still probably not a reliable NFL backup at this point in time but he has made huge strides from where he was on Draft Day 2004. With his increased work ethic, he will continue to get better and should be able to be a very solid NFL backup. Shanny likes mobility, in his starter and at backup. Whoever is in there has to run the system. Whoever is at the controls is going to have to be an athlete. BVP should be able to take the next step in his development this year. I wouldnt be too pissed if I were BVP. If he continues to get better, he can stick around in this league and on this team for a long time as the primary backup. He can make himself a good living, making 700, 800 grand a year, maybe even a little more (as the cap goes up) for 6-8 years. Just keep working hard, make it hard for them to cut you, cut down on the bars and nightlife.

I really think he has a long term future here in that role. We have already invested a lot of time developing him, he has athletic gifts and has made big strides. No reason why he shouldnt be the primary backup here over the long term. I know he wants his chance to start in this league, but I dont know if the height of his potential is high enough for him to eventually be a reliable NFL starter.

[SureShot]

I agree with Mock that they will keep 3.

I think BVP has a future here as the long term backup to Cutler. BVP is still probably not a reliable NFL backup but he has made huge strides from where he was on Draft Day 2004. With his increased work ethic, he will continue to get better and should be able to be a very solid NFL backup. Shanny likes mobility, in his starter and at backup. Whoever is in there has to run the system. Whoever is at the controls is going to have to be an athlete. BVP should be able to take the next step in his development this year. I wouldnt be too pissed if I were BVP. If he continues to get better, he can stick around in this league and on this team for a long time as the primary backup. He can make himself a good living, making 700, 800 grand a year, maybe even a little more (as the cap goes up) for 6-8 years. Just keep working hard, make it hard for them to cut you, cut down on the bars and nightlife.

I really think he has a long term future here in that role. We have already invested a lot of time developing him, he has athletic gifts and has made big strides. He should be the primary backup for the long term.


That may be true, but I see a platue as far as he progression goes. I find it hard to believe that he will recieve as many snaps. Cutler will get the back-up snaps and there is a huge drop in the number snaps from number 2 to number 3 on the depth chart.

[Kaylore]

That may be true, but I see a platue as far as he progression goes. I find it hard to believe that he will recieve as many snaps. Cutler will get the back-up snaps and there is a huge drop in the number snaps from number 2 to number 3 on the depth chart.
I don't doubt that. You don't get a first round pick and hide his development behind a seventh round pick. I still think that while Cutler might get number 2 snaps and officially be number 2, outside of Cutler being some kind of a savant, BVP would be the first guy to replace Jake if Jake goes down, even if BVP is listed at numbe three.

[SureShot]

I don't doubt that. You don't get a first round pick and hide his development behind a seventh round pick. I still think that while Cutler might get number 2 snaps and officially be number 2, outside of Cutler being some kind of a savant, BVP would be the first guy to replace Jake if Jake goes down, even if BVP is listed at numbe three.

Hopefully we won't have to find out who is right.

[Kaylore]

Hopefully we won't have to find out who is right.
Right about what?

[SureShot]

Right about what?

Who would play if Jake went down.

[wabbit]

Van Pelt strikes me as a kind of guy who will get better by degrees...as opposed to a guy like Cutler who has the potential, at least, to grow exponentially.

I like Bradlee because he's the definition of a football player, which is, to some extent, the same as saying he's a competitor in the truest sense.

The coaches like him...my guess is that the staff will try very hard to find a way to keep him around, BUT, I also add the caveat that the roster has to have room for him.

Matt Mauck was a coach favorite...where is he now??

[watermock]

Cutler and Jake and BVP are all getting along. This is zero problem.

People don't remember my predictions on player because altho I have some reservations, I always stand by the team.

What I said is if BVP makes another 50% improvement this year, he will stay.

Your going to be surprised.

[watermock]

This a pretty good team...now put BIG MONEY in at FB at the goal line.

What to you want to hear from BVP? "I want to be a backup for the rest of my career?"

I'm very happy at QB. ...Time to look at OL and DT.

[watermock]

Imagine this:

Brown, Eke, Myers, Warren and Lang bumping around like pinballs.

It's all good.

[No1BroncoFan]

Cutler will get a chance to get better acquainted in a non-football setting. Plummer, who has publicly welcomed the arrival of Cutler to the Broncos, has invited the rookie over to his house Saturday for dinner.
Do I sense another driveway incident coming up? ;D

Just kidding folks.

Ben

[JCMElway]

You really think so? Van Pelt is starting his third season and has seen a little bit of game experience. He's the best choice if Jake goes down. Cutler isn't going anywhere for obvious reasons. I'm thinking all three are on the roster this year.

Switch Van Pelt to safety!!! ;)

[Kaylore]

Did anyone else love the smile on Cutler's face when they asked him about trying to start and he juse goes "Yup. What's your question?"

Does anyone else get the feeling this kid is going to make it and be successful? I don't know why, but I have this feeling.

[watermock]

Van Pelt isn't going to safety.

[JCMElway]

Van Pelt isn't going to safety.

Um, did you notice the winking icon to the right of my statement?

Sheesh....

[Hogan11]

Van Pelt will be selling shoes a year from now.

[BroncoBuff]

Did anyone else love the smile on Cutler's face when they asked him about trying to start and he juse goes "Yup. What's your question?"

Does anyone else get the feeling this kid is going to make it and be successful? I don't know why, but I have this feeling.

I agree completely ... his mental framework seems perfect, and we know he has the physical tools .... what's not to like?

All three will make the final roster. Do the math on the final 53 - position by position - and you'll see there's plenty of room. Plus, there's five de-activations every week. Monsanto Pope was de-activated 14 times last year, so squeezing an extra QB in will be no problem.

[watermock]

That winking Icon really caught me off guard.

[watermock]

Van Pelt will be selling shoes a year from now.

That doesn't say he won't make the team tho does it. Grow some balls and say he won't make the roster.

[BroncoBuff]

I could agree to that, Mock.
I agree with Mock that they will keep 3.

Mr. Watermock, sir, you are on a roll .... and that cool new icon!

[Kaylore]

Mr. Watermock, sir, you are on a roll .... and that cool new icon!
Yeah Great.




Whatever, I said the same thing is post 4 of this thread. :notthissh

[BroncoBuff]

A thousand apologies, Montalban-san ...

[Kaylore]

A thousand apologies, Montalban-san ...
I was half kidding (half). I just thought it was funny that I posted how I thought the QB position would work out and then seven or eight posts later, Mock just repeats what I said in more vague terms and he's suddenly the hero of the thread. My ego was bruised and I need a chocolate chip cookie. Can you tell? ;D

[BroncoBuff]

I was half kidding (half). I just thought it was funny that I posted how I thought the QB position would work out and then seven or eight posts later, Mock just repeats what I said in more vague terms and he's suddenly the hero of the thread. My ego was bruised and I need a chocolate chip cookie. Can you tell? ;D
No, I knew that .... I was just shocked by two quotes "I agree with Mock" so close together.

That and the new avatar ... is it really Watermock?

[elsid13]

The problem with keeping 3 QB means a position on the team is going to lose a good player. I like having young depth, really wished the NFL would up the number of players on a team to have space for young players to develop, beside the practice squad. Right now, the position that are going to tight competition are = TE, CB, Safety, WR.

[CHANGSTER]

Van Pelt will be selling shoes a year from now.

Guys, dont be too worried bout the dude. If he gets cut he'll just get picked up by Houston, of course.

[scorpio]

The problem with keeping 3 QB means a position on the team is going to lose a good player. I like having young depth, really wished the NFL would up the number of players on a team to have space for young players to develop, beside the practice squad. Right now, the position that are going to tight competition are = TE, CB, Safety, WR.


Don't we have like 8 DE's? surely we can make some room there.

[elsid13]

Don't we have like 8 DE's? surely we can make some room there.


Shahanan stated that he like extra depth on the lines, because of the injury factor. So I figured that the positions listed are were tight competition for space is.

[watermock]

Gee whiz Kaylore, you only get two sides on the issue. Sorry if you wanted to hog the "Denver will keep 3 QB's stance"

[Cito Pelon]

Jake and Jay will be 1-2. BVP will have to fit in where he can. He's a decent backup, no doubt, as useful as most backup QB's. It would be nice to keep him around for a few years, but the numbers game may get him.

[youcandoit1687]

Van Pelt will be selling shoes a year from now.
u mean like michael jordan or lebron james sell shoes?

[scorpio]

Jake and Jay will be 1-2. BVP will have to fit in where he can. He's a decent backup, no doubt, as useful as most backup QB's. It would be nice to keep him around for a few years, but the numbers game may get him.


Disagree. I obviously like Van Pelt and want him to make the team any way he can, but I will be very surprised if Cutler is #2 on the depth chart this season. He'll probably take #2 snaps in practice, but I believe (this season, at least) BVP will be the go-to guy if Jake goes down.

[broncogary]

...He's confident but defremental

This is way over my head. :rofl:

[Paladin]

This is way over my head. :rofl:

What do you do when your Funk and Wagnall's doesn't have all of Mock's "words" in it? I was trying to spell check his post, and ..........:rofl:

[Kaylore]

Gee whiz Kaylore, you only get two sides on the issue. Sorry if you wanted to hog the "Denver will keep 3 QB's stance"
http://www.losapaches.com/Hog%20live.jpg

[Pat Bowlen]

Kaylore has been predicting that we will keep 3 QBs this year since 1994.

[ludo21]

Kaylore has been predicting that we will keep 3 QBs this year since 1994.


This year I think we should. But thats only if Cutler struggles and cant grasp the playbook in time.

I know he has a lot to learn, but I think by the end of TC he might have enough of it memorized to have BVP gone.

[Kaylore]

Kaylore has been predicting that we will keep 3 QBs this year since 1994.
Exactly. :approve:

[baja]

I think BVP should play safety and ST

[ludo21]

I think BVP should play safety and ST


He slimmed down 15 lbs he said, so he wont be the same HUGE BVP.

[watermock]

Which means he's been wrong in

Other than the fact your a decade late, good point. Denver caried two QB in 04, neither were activated. 05 we didn't carry any on PS.

[watermock]

I think BVP should play safety and ST

BVP dropped upper body bulk to concentrate on QB.

[Pat Bowlen]

Other than the fact your a decade late, good point. Denver caried two QB in 04, neither were activated. 05 we didn't carry any on PS.
The key words were "this year."

[TotallyScrewed]

I get a kick out of the fans who think they know the mind of Shanahan.

I'll make no such claim, but it seems to me that QB just became an area of strong interest. And as such, the team will likely allow for extra roster spots at the expense of others. That's the way the choc. chip cookie crumbles.

[youcandoit1687]

id say it depends on teh development of the other rookies and whether shan wants to make spae for them or a third QB

[worm]

Matt Mauck was a coach favorite...where is he now??

Ummm. Dentistry School?

(why ANYBODY would want to be a dentist is beyond me)

[Kaylore]

Ummm. Dentistry School?

(why ANYBODY would want to be a dentist is beyond me) Money is excellent and the hours are equally awesome. Not as dificult or requires as much insurance as other medical fields.

Mauk is on the Titans, by the way.

[Taco John]

I was half kidding (half). I just thought it was funny that I posted how I thought the QB position would work out and then seven or eight posts later, Mock just repeats what I said in more vague terms and he's suddenly the hero of the thread. My ego was bruised and I need a chocolate chip cookie. Can you tell? ;D


;D :thumbs:

[Taco John]

There... For you Kaylore. I made it permanent:


: cookie :

[Kaylore]

There... For you Kaylore. I made it permanent:


: cookie :
:D My very own...smilie?

:cookie:

[Taco John]

Not exactly a smilie... More like an "easter egg."

All because of you. :)

*pats head*

:cookie:

[Kaylore]

Not exactly a smilie... More like an "easter egg."

All because of you. :)

*pats head*

<img src="http://www.orangemane.com/BB/attachment.php?attachmentid=15808&stc=1&d=1148201525">
:approve:

[Rausch]

Not exactly a smilie... More like an "easter egg."

All because of you. :)

*pats head*

<img src="http://www.orangemane.com/BB/attachment.php?attachmentid=15808&stc=1&d=1148201525">

No fair.

Can you make me a :Rausch: "Bite my azz" easter egg?...

[Taco John]

No fair.

Can you make me a :Rausch: "Bite my azz" easter egg?...



I'll tell you what...

Since I like this one so much, I'll do this...

Try:

: erm? :

[Kaylore]

<img src="http://www.orangemane.com/BB/attachment.php?attachmentid=15709&stc=1&d=1147936819">

LOL

[Taco John]

:haw!:

[Taco John]

Ok... I'm going to bed... Flying out to Chicago in the morning and I need my ZZZs...

[Rausch]

I'll tell you what...

Since I like this one so much, I'll do this...

Try:

: erm? :

:erm?:

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[Kaylore]

:haw!:
LOL I'm surprised that hasn't been used more. :haw!:

[worm]

Money is excellent and the hours are equally awesome. Not as dificult or requires as much insurance as other medical fields.

Mauk is on the Titans, by the way.

Lot of things you can do to make money and keep decent hours that don't have anything to do with having your fingers in somebodies mouth all day. Its not like you can pick and choose which mouths you want to work on...

Probably just me...but I wouldn't want to be a proctologist or pediatrist either.

No matter WHAT they wanted to pay me..

Good for Matt. I hope he stick with the Titans. He is a good guy and waiting a few years before doing those root canals is not a bad idea IMO.