Fantasy Football Week 7 Sit Em, Start Em: Bears Jay Cutler Set for Strong Week?

October 22, 2010   ·   TheFantasyFix.com   ·   Jump to comments

QB Start: Jay Cutler, Chicago Bears

After missing a week plus with a concussion, Cutler's return behind center was a rude one. He was sacked six more times against Seattle, bringing the tally to 15 in his last six quarters.

However, in spite of constant pressure (and 17-of-39 completions), Cutler converted passing plays of 67, 36 and 34 yards and averaged over 17yards per completion.

Failure to prevent the big play has been the bugaboo of the Redskins secondary, as they've allowed six passing plays over 20 yards the past two weeks. When the pass rush doesn't hit home (13 sacks), the result is often a deep connection.

If the Chicago Bears offensive line can muster some protection for Cutler he's in store for rewarding day at the office. Establishing some semblance of a running attack with Matt Forte would go a long ways in slowing down the rush.

WARNING: Showers in the forecast for Sunday.

QB Sit: Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons
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