Counter Logic Gaming (CLG) has experienced a significant decline, particularly evident in their poor performance at the ESL One Cologne Major following jdm64's trade for Koosta. At the heart of this decline is Stephen "Cutler" Cutler, once regarded as North America's most consistent support player.

During CLG's prime under mSpaz, Cutler provided essential stability alongside the explosive but inconsistent performances of ptr and tarik. His patient playstyle and optimal decision-making earned him the nickname "NA KRiMZ," drawing comparisons to the Fnatic star known for fundamentally sound Counter-Strike.

The turning point came in December 2015 when Cutler assumed the in-game leader role after FNS's replacement with Fugly. While still one of NA's better fragging IGLs, his personal performance began to deteriorate. This decline culminated in particularly poor showings at the ECS Group Finals against Astralis and ESL One Cologne's Group Stage.

Cutler's significance extends beyond individual performance – he represented what North American teams desperately needed: consistency over raw aim. His decline mirrors a broader issue in NA CS:GO, where fundamentally sound support players are rare compared to aggressive "PUG Stars."

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