Dolphins' Gase: Cutler will remain starter if healthy

Miami Dolphins head coach Adam Gase confirmed Monday that Jay Cutler will remain the team's starting quarterback. Cutler is in the NFL's concussion protocol after taking a blow to the head in Sunday's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

"He's done everything I've asked him to do," Gase said, according to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald. "There's no reason for me to say he's not (the starter)."

Gase didn't provide an update on Cutler's health, saying he hadn't spoken to the veteran pivot.

Matt Moore took over in the second half against the Buccaneers and almost led the Dolphins to a comeback win. However, Miami's 17 penalties were too much to overcome and Tampa Bay escaped with a 30-20 win, sending the Dolphins to 4-6.

If Cutler is unable to progress through the protocol, Moore will likely get the starting nod Sunday against the New England Patriots.

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