The Facts: FOX31's Josina Anderson, in an article outlining the ongoing issues between Cutler, HC Josh McDaniels and the Broncos, reports on a conversation with a source who claims last month's interest in trade opportunities for Cutler arose for two reasons. “Two things that kept coming up were concerns about Cutler’s alcohol consumption (given his diabetes) and ‘that’s he not that (football) sharp.’ That scared the crap out of McDaniels,’ the source told me,” Anderson wrote.

Diehards Line:Anderson further advised readers that even though McDaniels characterized the Cutler trade talks as just “conversations,” her source begged to differ. "[Denver] was definitely negotiating. They were trying to get a trade in place and there is no doubt about that," said the league source. “From Minnesota to Detroit to Tampa, although they got in the game late, Denver was trying to get something in place.” Apparently, McDaniels was convinced Cassel's work ethic and understanding of the offense put him on the same level as Cutler. ... Interesting details in an already interesting story.