Jay Cutler Injury: Updates on Bears Star's Recovery from Shoulder Surgery

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler suffered a shoulder injury in Week 11 against the New York Giants and reportedly will require surgery. Cutler has been placed on injured reserve, ending his season.

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Cutler Placed on IR, Roster Replacement Revealed 

Monday, Dec. 5

The Bears announced they placed Cutler on IR, ending his season, while cornerback Johnthan Banks took his roster spot.

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Latest on Cutler's Diagnosis and Recovery

Sunday, Nov. 27

NFL Media's Ian Rapoport reported Nov. 27 that Cutler is dealing with a partially torn labrum:

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After a battery of tests and multiple medical opinions, Bears quarterback Jay Cutler is dealing with a partially torn labrum in his throwing shoulder, according to several sources informed of his condition.

In addition to the injury, he's also dealing with significant wear-and-tear on this right shoulder from years of bumps, bruises and countless throws. The result is painful tendonitis that threatens to end his season.

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The Bears announced several roster moves Nov. 23, including tight end Zach Miller going to injured reserve and the signing of quarterback David Fales to the active roster.

Jason Cole of Bleacher Report reported Nov. 22 that Cutler is done for the season and may have played his last snap as a member of the Bears:

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Cutler's Injury Crushing Blow to Bears

Cutler is still one of the NFL's most enigmatic quarterbacks in his 11th season. He's always possessed the arm talent to succeed, as evidenced by a mostly strong 2015 campaign, but his questionable decision-making skills have become an issue again this season.

The 33-year-old Vanderbilt product is also no stranger to injuries. He hasn't played all 16 regular-season games since 2009, his first year in Chicago. Most recently, he missed several weeks of action this season because of a thumb injury.

Matt Barkley must take the reins of the Bears offense full time now, though the team may also look to free agency to add a veteran backup for stability purposes.

Cutler is under contract with Chicago through the 2020 campaign. But his up-and-down play and injury concerns make it unclear how long the Bears will stick with him as their top option at the sport's most important position.