The Denver Broncos will release quarterback Russell Wilson. This information has been announced by the film crew In X Monday afternoon.
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This move is not a big surprise. Wilson was benched for the final two games of the 2023 regular season and did not play any time in those games.
Broncos general manager George Payton and coach Sean Payton released a joint statement on Monday informing Wilson that he would be released after the start of the league year.
“We thank him for his contributions and dedication to our team and community, while we wish him the best in his career,” they wrote.
Wilson released a statement on social media thanking Broncos country.
“Over the past two years, you have welcomed my family and me with open arms and embraced us as members of the Denver community,” he wrote.
He too went He has his teammates and the staff of the Broncos organization to thank.
Payton spoke to reporters at the combine in Indianapolis last week and said the team is considering drafting a quarterback in the upcoming NFL draft.
“Sean has to watch all these quarterbacks and our coaches have to watch these quarterbacks until we make an informed decision. The more you're around them (quarterbacks), the better decision you make,” Patton said.
With the result, the Broncos Avoid paying $37 million in guaranteed money to Wilson.
