Russell Wilson’s release from the Denver Broncos, although expected, has sent shockwaves across the NFL landscape. Wilson came to the Broncos via trade in 2022 and then signed a five-year, $242.5 million contract.
He was expected to turn the Broncos back into playoff contenders, but after an 11-21 record and no playoff appearances, the writing was on the wall. Denver will take a big hit, too, with an unprecedented $85 million “dead money” cap hit.
While the media has had its day with the news, Broncos players have shared their opinions on Wilson’s departure.
Check out the slides to see their reactions on Twitter/X.
Tim Patrick
Thank you brotha! See ya soon 🤞🏾 https://t.co/eXfJgoLmo1
— Tim Patrick (@Tpstreets) March 4, 2024
Jerry Jeudy
— Jerry Jeudy⁴ (@jerryjeudy) March 4, 2024
Pat Surtain
Forever Solid 3 ! 🙏🏾 https://t.co/VKNdqq7UGL
— Patrick Surtain (@PatSurtainll) March 5, 2024
Justin Simmons
All love ✊🏽🙏🏽 https://t.co/LwYkOwWeiS
— Justin Simmons (@jsimms1119) March 5, 2024
Courtland Sutton (?)
Another one…
— Courtland Sutton♠️ (@SuttonCourtland) March 5, 2024
We’re assuming this is in response to Wilson’s release, but that’s unclear. Wilson did “like” this tweet for what it’s worth.
Jaleel McLaughlin
Brotha…😕 https://t.co/ypmxD2sEux
— Jaleel Mclaughlin (@Speedkills2k_) March 5, 2024
P.J. Locke
— James "PJ" Locke III (@PjLocke4) March 5, 2024
Responses from Russell Wilson
Gunna miss you Jaleel! Keep going.
Your work ethic is truly inspiring.
“If God is in it… We can’t lose.” https://t.co/tzNOPzhxMt— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) March 5, 2024
Keep being the star you are 2!
Forever homies 🙏🏾 @PatSurtainll https://t.co/8GhYGnQtRh— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) March 5, 2024
Wilson “liked” the tweets from teammates that he did not respond to. He also “liked” this tweet:
Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy and Tim Patrick have all responded to Russell Wilson being released from the Broncos with the emoji "🤞🏾" pic.twitter.com/ssJOpoIR6U
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) March 5, 2024
What’s next for Wilson? Plenty of teams are expected to show interest, and the Pittsburgh Steelers are considered the favorites to sign him.
As for the Broncos, they need to now find a replacement quarterback. Denver will explore options both in free agency and the NFL draft this spring.
