NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Former NFL quarterback Jay Cutler faces legal challenges following a DUI incident that occurred in October. The ex-player, known for his time with the Chicago Bears and Denver Broncos, was cited after crashing his pickup truck into another vehicle.
According to law enforcement, when they arrived at the scene, Cutler exhibited signs of intoxication, including bloodshot eyes and slurred speech. Allegedly, he also attempted to offer the other driver $2,000 to avoid calling the authorities. Following the incident, Cutler pled guilty to DUI charges and has been sentenced to four days in Williamson County Jail, effective September 29. He is also required to pay a $350 fine and will be on unsupervised probation for one year, which includes attending a DUI safety class.
The repercussions of Cutler’s actions extend beyond the jail sentence. Perry Lee, the driver of the vehicle Cutler struck, filed a civil lawsuit in Williamson County Circuit Court, claiming damages exceeding $25,000. Lee’s attorneys stated that he is a veteran suffering from ongoing pain due to injuries sustained in the crash, which has significantly impacted his quality of life.
Cutler has yet to respond to the lawsuit in court. His legal troubles have garnered public attention, compounding the challenges he faces following his NFL career. The former athlete was selected 11th overall by the Broncos in the 2006 NFL Draft after an impressive college football tenure at Vanderbilt University. He played for the Broncos until 2008, before moving to the Bears, where he spent the majority of his career.
Throughout his NFL tenure, Cutler amassed 35,133 passing yards and threw for 160 touchdowns over 153 games, concluding his playing days with the Miami Dolphins in 2017. While he led the Bears to the playoffs once during his time with the team, he became known for his polarizing presence on and off the field.
As Cutler continues to navigate the legal system, many are watching to see how these events will impact his personal and professional life moving forward. The lawsuit, combined with his prior DUI conviction, highlights ongoing issues surrounding alcohol-related offenses in the sports community.
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