Jay Cutler

Jay Cutler auditioned for broadcasting job last week

Free agent quarterback Jay Cutler is "exploring a post-football career in broadcasting," reports Mike Garafolo of NFL Network.

What It Means:

Cutler's actions certainly suggest he's considering retirement, despite his rep's claims to the contrary. Per Garafolo, the quarterback and his camp "have spoken with network executives about football-related TV roles" with the quarterback even auditioning for "at least one network in recent weeks." It wouldn't be surprising to see Cutler choose the broadcast booth over a backup gig somewhere.

Among the 39 quarterbacks to top 100 drop backs last season, Cutler's Passing Net Expected Points (NEP) per drop back ranked fourth-worst.