Bears lose Jay Cutler due to a broken right thumb. Boy, this is bad news for the Bears who are among the hoittest teams in the league. Things were going so right for this team. The line was giving protection to a QB who showed he has a great arm. He was quieting his critics with his athletic play. Now, he may be out for the season. Who steps up? Caleb Hanie, the QB who almost pulled off an amazing comeback vs. the Packers in the NFL title game.
I like underdogs, and Hanie is one. But, I believe he can play in the NFL. He is not going to make the throws Cutler has made, but he could make things interesting. He has mobility and has a competitive spirit. He also can throw the ball.
Yeah, there will be a talent drop-off from losing Cutler, and people will see it. But Hanie is an interesting story and one that can have a great ending. The Bears know how to make things interesting for their fans.
