So the trade was announced this afternoon, and I have to say, as much as I don't like the Broncos, I think they fleeced Da Bears. Look, Chicago is a tough town, and the football is known as smashmouth. Face it, it's friggin' cold come the end of football season in the Second City.
So let's see if Cutler can handle Chicago, and I don't mean the weather. I think what he pulled last night was beyond deplorable. In case you missed it, he was actually quoted as saying he didn't want to get traded, that he loved Denver. His bluff was called.
I want to see if Cutler can handle the scrutiny. My money is that he can't. He flunked in Denver. Folks, this is Denver. Not exactly a tough town when it comes to sports. Everyone here loves the Broncos (unless you're not from here, then it's a toss up). He was effectively shown the door by the fans in the last 3 days. I've been here almost 12 years and I've never heard anyone get mad like they were at Cutler.
Both he and the team made mistakes in this ridiculousness. But in the end, fans love the team. The team is what matters most to people here, the name on the front of the jersey, not the back. I love reading the 'Adios' comments from folks, it's cracking me up.
I do have some questions for Cutler, however. If you didn't want to get traded, why did you and your parents put your houses up for sale? Hmm, that is a tough one. Next question-have you practiced your scramble drill? I hope so, because Chicago's O-Line isn't as good as Denver's. Lastly, do you know your receivers? No? Hmm....well, you're #1 receiver is a 5'9" Pro Bowler...at kick returner...two seasons ago. Be careful what you wish for, dumdum.
Now, how about the haul that Denver got? A starting QB who I'm willing to bet has 20 TD passes next year in Kyle Orton...oh, and he's won 11 games in a season, too. Cutler, not so much. And then there's the 2 #1 picks, plus a 3rd. All for a whiner who I'm thinking won't be endeared when he starts pouting in Chicago.
One more thing on Cutler, I hope you start running, because you get to face Green Bay (an improving defense) and Minnesota (the Williams Brothers and Captain Mullet, Jared Allen) twice a piece. Add to that Philly, Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Baltimore and the improving 49ers, well, you're going to get turfed a few times...probably more than ya did in Denver. I'm just sayin'.
Now, onto happier topics. How about a hand for the Boston Bruins?! One point from clinching home ice for the conference playoffs. Wow. And the Garden will be rockin', make no mistake. Let the booze and the wins flow!
In other news, I turned down a job today, got turned down for a job today (that I really wanted), and had an interview for a contract job. The contract job would be good, well paying for a part time gig. So I'd have time to still hunt for whatever it is that I really want. Mind you, I have no idea what or where that is, but that won't stop me from hunting. Whatever sounds like a great opportunity, I'm all ears. And eyes. And dome. I appreciate all the help my friends are giving me, trying to show me listings, etc.
Whatever it is, it's going to be fantastic.
Oh, and I'll be home in June. There will be a memorial golf tournament for Pops, so I'm going home to marshall it. I'd say I'm going to golf, but why harm the earth like that? The ground has never done anything that mean to me, so I won't hurt it. More details to come in case you want it. Maybe even a picture of me and the old guy. Yup, I miss him.
And on that note, I'm pouring myself a drink and reminiscing in my own way.
Lastly, a new feature for you-what I'm listening to while I type this. DJ Premier-Invincible.
Happy Thursday!
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