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Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has benched starting quarterback Jay Cutler for backup Jimmy Clausen.
The moves comes in the wake of a 31-15 home loss to the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football where Cutler performed terribly, turning the football over three times — extending his NFL-leading total to 24.
Here’s what you need to know:
1. Clausen was a Star at Notre Dame
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His career totals as quarterback of the Fighting Irish: 62.6 comp%, 8,148 passing yards, 60 touchdowns, 27 interceptions, 137.2 rating.
2. Clausen was Drafted By the Carolina Panthers
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He was a 2nd-round pick (48th overall selection) in the 2010 NFL Draft.
3. Clausen has Started 10 Games in the Pros
Jimmy Clausen has appeared in 16 games in his NFL career, his teams are 1-15 in those games (1-9 as the starter). http://t.co/KesUsCSUzi
His professional statistics are not as good; he owns an 1-9 overall record, completing just 51.2 of his passes for 160 yards-per-game, 3 touchdowns and 9 interceptions.
4. Clausen Makes Over $17 Million Less Than What Cutler Does
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According to Spotrac.com, Cutler makes $18.1 million this season, while Clausen makes $645,000.
5. Marc Trestman Is on the Hot Seat
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Reports have indicated that Trestman may likely be fired after the season.
One way Marc Trestman stays employed by the #Bears this season? Win with a QB other than Jay Cutler. Now is his chance.
