If Denver Broncos fans would've been shown quarterback Russell Wilson's 2023 statistical line before this season—26 touchdowns against eight interceptions—they probably would've been elated to see the team's 2022 gamble finally pay off.
Things, however, did not unfold quite so smoothly. Wilson improved, yes, but not enough to steer the Broncos to their first winning season since 2016. Coach Sean Payton benched the quarterback for the last two games of the season over concerns with his contract, and a bitter divorce seemed imminent.
On Tuesday, Payton provided reporters with an update on the situation. The Denver coach revealed he recently met with Wilson for 30 minutes, seemingly with the intent of working out a resolution satisfactory to both team and player.
