Bears QB Jay Cutler injures hamstring vs Cardinals, will not return

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was taken to the locker room late in the second quarter of Sunday’s game after sustaining a hamstring injury.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler was taken to the locker room late in the second quarter of Sunday’s game after sustaining a hamstring injury and will not return, the team announced.

Cutler was intercepted by Cardinals defensive back Tony Jefferson, and fell awkwardly trying to tackle Jefferson.

Jefferson returned the pick for a touchdown to put Arizona up 28–14 after the extra point.

Six-year veteran Jimmy Clausen entered at quarterback for Chicago on the following drive.

Cutler was 8 of 8 for 120 yards and a touchdown before throwing the pick-six.

He missed 12 games between 2011-2013 with various injuries.

- Kenny Ducey