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Chicago Bears’ Week 1 Report Card

By Clyde A. Speller

Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) attempts a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) throws during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) throws during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

Jay Cutler seemed to be managing the game very well by connecting on 10 of 13 pass attempts for 156 yards and a touchdown in the first half. When given the protection, Cutler easily found his favorite target Alshon Jeffery for big chucks of yardage. Unfortunately, the second half featured Cutler throwing an interception on the Bears’ second offensive play (which appeared to not be his fault). Furthermore, the 11-year veteran quarterback was under constant pressure behind an offensive line that crumbled as the game went on, and did the best that he could under such circumstances. Cutler finished the contest 16 of 29 for 216 yards, one touchdown and an interception.

Grade: B

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