Jay Cutler sends moving message to Bears fans after his release

It’s been a rocky eight years in Chicago for Jay Cutler, a tenure that officially came to an end Thursday when the Bears cut the veteran quarterback.

The high-priced quarterback was rarely a fan favorite during his time in Chicago. Cutler was ridiculed for his demeanor and inconsistent production that led to only one playoff appearance with him under center.

But despite the ups and downs, Cutler opted to send a message of gratitude to the city, fans and the organization hours after his release.

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Cutler signed a seven-year, $126.7 million deal in 2013, the second lucrative deal with the Bears. But his production never matched his salary, throwing no more than 28 touchdowns during any of his eight seasons in Chicago.