When Egos Collide...What Really Went Wrong in Denver

Jay Cutler/Josh McDaniels...classic example of when two egos clash.

-Apr. 4, 2009

What have we learned here that we didn't already know? This is a classic example of when two egos clash against one another. Whether it was when we were growing up or what we see in the work place today, egos clashing can cause more negative than positive outcomes.

Both Cutler's and McDaniel’s egos, although different in temperament, proved to be the perfect storm for Cutler's trade.

First off Jay Cutler needs to grow up and join the rest of society. The NFL is a business just like any other business.

McDaniel’s was offered his first head coach position in his career, and he simply wanted to explore the option of Cassel because of his "proven" ability to run "his" system. McDaniel’s wasn't out to get Cutler personally as much as he was trying to save his own ass.

McDaniel’s simply wanted to explore the option of speeding up the learning curve, regarding the Broncos offense. 

As soon as the QB position understands the offense he is running, the quicker every other position can learn. Hence, Cassel would speed up that learning curve, as he already knows the play calling and tendencies that make the offense run. 

Now...obviously Jay Cutler probably knew this logically, but Cutler's feelings were hurt "publicly." McDaniel’s should have publicly expressed the logic in the above paragraph, along with it truly having nothing to do with Cutler's ability as it did to speed up the learning curve. 

However, McDaniel’s ego kept him from doing so. Cutler needed this confirmation from McDaniel’s "publicly" but McDaniel’s didn't deliver. 

McDaniel’s apology had an egotistical tone that oozed with this "I've done everything I can to resolve this situation with Cutler"...

McDaniel’s learned a hard lesson. He learned that when given control; don’t abuse power solely just to exercise it. Think about the outcomes of your decisions.

Obviously in McDaniel’s first moments of power and control, he has put added pressure on himself than if he would have just kept his mouth shut.

If the Broncos suffer from poor QB play, McDaniel’s is to blame. If Cutler stayed a Bronco and suffered in the system, McDaniel’s wouldn't be the blame as much as the new system regarding the learning curve.

Final Thoughts:

"Egos cause more negative outcomes than positive outcomes. Sometimes having humility and being genuine is what warrants respect from others "