The Denver Broncos announced they are releasing quarterback Russell Wilson, marking the end of his tenure with the team. Wilson, who will receive $39M from the Broncos in 2024, could potentially sign with a new team for the NFL minimum, making him a fascinating free agent. This move comes after a trade that is now considered one of the worst in NFL history, costing the Broncos $124M in salary, players Noah Fant, Drew Lock, Shelby Harris, and multiple draft picks including Charles Cross, Boye Mafe, Tyreke Smith, and Devon Witherspoon. Despite the financial implications, including an $85 million dead cap hit, the largest in NFL history, Wilson is now essentially a free agent and is free to talk with prospective teams. Analysts speculate on his next team, with some suggesting he could stay in the AFC West. The Broncos face significant salary cap challenges as they decide how to manage the dead cap charge over the next two years.
Russell Wilson is getting a head start to find a new home. The Denver Broncos granted their lame-duck quarterback permission to meet with other teams before they officially release him next week. @petersblendorio https://t.co/ys1T3cfw0m
From Herschel Walker to Russell Wilson, here's a look at some of the worst NFL trades ever https://t.co/oBRHZnBm80
Before he's released, #Broncos have given permission for teams to talk to QB Russell Wilson. A look at some of the other teams expected to have interest in Wilson and NFL analyst and former star QB Joe Theismann weighs in on Wilson moving forward: https://t.co/MW1XhCoPd8
.@ByKimberleyA believes Russell Wilson to the Broncos was the worst trade in NFL history. "It is not Russell's fault. It's the Broncos fault. ... They are literally putting them in salary cap hell just to say, 'Russell. You ain't it.'" https://t.co/VBQwSt7PXu
“Russell Wilson’s impact in Denver was suppose to be monumental.” @Keyshawn explains why the Seahawks-Broncos trade will go done as the worst in NFL history https://t.co/O8WwFhGXC3
Is the Russell Wilson trade the worst in NFL history? @RealSkipBayless dives in: https://t.co/j7w2CgsjaY
The Russell Wilson trade was so bad, Denver had to trade MORE to fix it. Apparently, the solution to a bad trade is...another bad trade? @AndrewSiciliano's take is 🔥. Hear more on Rebel's Edge Sports at 1pm 🏈 #BroncosCountry #letRusscook #NFLfail @PeteNajarian @jonnajarian https://t.co/9F2nQCMmTy
#Broncos haven't officially released Russell Wilson yet because still sorting out what to do with their salary-cap situation before new league year starts next Wednesday. But source said they've given permission for Wilson to start talking to other teams about a new landing spot.
Lotta pundits saying the Broncos trade for Russell Wilson was the worst ever in NFL history. Nope. It wasn’t even the worst trade of 2022 so far and, sorry instant reaction crowd, we won’t know how bad this one was for years because of multiple reasons https://t.co/o5CZXJ12Mz
Was the Russell Wilson trade the worst trade ever? Well, no.
Broncos reportedly allow Russell Wilson to talk to teams. https://t.co/SmmXwmr8Al https://t.co/YmVy9vwUxN https://t.co/3Xj8JmR3YG
Silver Minings: Raiders are a favorite to sign Russell Wilson https://t.co/zpdv4LDJKr via @SilverBlakPride
The Russell Wilson free agency watch is reportedly underway. 👀 https://t.co/B2MhkTzoAd
Report: Broncos give Russell Wilson permission to speak with other teams. https://t.co/nYMzI54EnJ
DEN gives Russ permission to speak to other teams https://t.co/5tNGJRg3lW
Broncos have given QB Russell Wilson permission to start speaking and meeting with teams in their home cities to start his free agency early, per @AdamSchefter https://t.co/pgycsm1Bap
The Broncos have given soon-to-be-released quarterback Russell Wilson permission to begin speaking and meeting with other teams, per sources. https://t.co/Mt5BbA9xI3
Before free agency begins next week, the Broncos have given soon-to-be-released quarterback Russell Wilson permission to immediately begin speaking and meeting with other teams in their home cities, per sources. Wilson’s free agency begins now. https://t.co/PyXei2q6Tm
"Now we're going to look at Russell Wilson and say, 'Russell Wilson can't be a starter, right?' No. Lies you tell." —@Realrclark25 reacts to Russell Wilson being released from the Broncos https://t.co/TAzUtVKzL4
Why Russell Wilson will get a minimum contract, explained https://t.co/UTZvsz0bcc
Denver's trade for Russell Wilson was bad, but it actually could've been worse...https://t.co/q211Yk47pF
Ciara supports Russell Wilson after he gets cut from Denver Broncos ⏩ READ MORE: https://t.co/LmF9RDLN9H https://t.co/2US978d77r
From @TheAthletic: We ranked the worst quarterback trades in NFL history; Russell Wilson is a cautionary tale in a league littered with historically bad quarterback moves. https://t.co/kS0nMBZjb8
#Broncos at $16.35 million over cap. If they take option on Russell Wilson exit of $35.4 million cap hit in 2024 & $49.6 million in 2025 they stay at $16.35 million over for 2024 If they take option of $53 million hit in 2024 & $32 million in 2025, they're $33.95 million over now
Now that the #Broncos have announced Russell Wilson's exit, they must decide the best way to overcome the $85 million dead cap hit on him. A look at Broncos' options and what they must do to get under the salary cap and have some bucks for free agency: https://t.co/tWSSZerWmc
Interesting to consider that Russell Wilson's contract, considered strongly pro-player, may be the reason he's no longer a Bronco. Denver released Wilson to avoid a 2025 salary of $37m, which guarantees this March 18. Without that guarantee, he might still be the Broncos'…
The Russell Wilson trade might have been the worst ever, especially if Deshaun Watson finally provides the Browns with a return on the massive investment they made two years ago. https://t.co/LmnY6DjP2P
Why wouldn't a team do a 2-3 year, back loaded deal for Russell Wilson, which makes the Broncos foot the bill in year one, and then compensate him decently in year 2-3? https://t.co/lae5GTrVoQ
Ciara Showed Russell Wilson Her Support After His Release from the Denver Broncos https://t.co/zV3qkAKffw
.@RyanDLead explains why he doesn't think it's a foregone conclusion that a team will sign Russell Wilson to the league minimum this offseason and may be willing to take some financial heat off the #Broncos. https://t.co/mKnF51OeVd
.@BTSmithUK There is still one trade that could edge Russell Wilson as worst in NFL history https://t.co/p6nEYMcRuT
The release of Russell Wilson and Jamal Adams on back to back days ends the tale of two trades that respectively could be considered the best and worst in Seahawks history. https://t.co/AxvUWkMmSn
The Russell Wilson era in Denver is over. What happened? Read more here: https://t.co/SQwsEN8AqS #BroncosCountry #NFL https://t.co/hOusvPD450
Was Russell Wilson to the #Broncos the WORST #NFL TRADE of ALL-TIME? 🤯 @mlombardiNFL FULL REACTION here 👉https://t.co/109G3xTDlx
Was Russell Wilson to the #Broncos the WORST #NFL TRADE of ALL-TIME? 🤯 @mlombardiNFL FULL REACTION here 👇 https://t.co/HpW1tx6Xei
Russell Wilson next team odds: Raiders among favorites after Broncos release https://t.co/nXZdlzX0aY https://t.co/gxyUYMTv2y
Fallout of the Jamal Adams trade for Seattle. • The 23rd pick (Christian Darrisaw) and 86th pick (Wyatt Davis) in 2021, and the 10th pick in 2022 (Garrett Wilson) got dealt away. • A fourth-rounder came back that became CB Coby Bryant. • Adams made $50.3 million in Seattle.
Not only was the Russell Wilson trade *NOT* the worst one ever, it wasn't the worst one in *2022*. CLE gave up THREE 1's, a 3, a 4 AND a FULLY GUARANTEED $230m contract for a guy that's played in 12 of 34 games & has an EPA/CPOE composite score that ranks 35th in the last 2 yrs.
Is the Russell Wilson blockbuster the worst QB trade in NFL history? @ByMikeJones makes the case ⤵️ https://t.co/m3DAM1HBCk https://t.co/pwMV7oPM6O
Russell Wilson and wife Ciara attempt to cash in after he was CUT by the Denver Broncos... as superstar pair now have TWO mansions up for sale - and they're worth over $25MILLION each! https://t.co/HnVBk7MkmQ https://t.co/iHFb2EaPaU
With all the focus on Russell Wilson, let’s not forget how bad the Jamal Adams trade was for the Seahawks — two first round picks and $50m over four years, for a player who missed 33 games and struggled in coverage https://t.co/z7DTTFva9z
Where would you like to see Russell Wilson next season? 👀 https://t.co/3DklgGoQTW
Ciara Reacts To Broncos Releasing Russell Wilson https://t.co/hOKasfBXkU
From Betonline, Steelers heavily favored to sign Russell Wilson. Russell Wilson Next Team: Pittsburgh Steelers 4/5 (-125) Las Vegas Raiders 5/1 Atlanta Falcons 6/1 New England Patriots 7/1 Carolina Panthers 14/1 Minnesota Vikings 14/1 Chicago Bears 18/1
Russell Wilson next team odds: NFL free agency landing spots emerge for quarterback https://t.co/5SVElSBLmw
Ciara Sends 'Love' to Husband Russell Wilson After He's Cut from Denver Broncos: 'My Greatest Inspiration' https://t.co/DuedZmUAnb
Russell Wilson and wife Ciara attempt to cash in after he was CUT by the Denver Broncos https://t.co/ciTaq6LTVL https://t.co/u04RcWyLzl
It can be easily argued that 4 of the top-6 worst trades in NFL history all happened within the last 5 years. + Bryce Young + Russell Wilson + Deshaun Watson + Trey Lance But which trade was worse? https://t.co/nZXp0tsfkY
After the Denver Broncos announced that they were releasing Russell Wilson from the team, the odds of where Wilson will end up for next year have drastically changed. https://t.co/WAcFsFt4R2 https://t.co/iRmqjIzreX
DraftKings: Which team has the best odds of drafting Russell Wilson? https://t.co/1z5IIi74hW https://t.co/wFhxfkfUEK
The Russell Wilson Broncos era timeline: From high hopes to “high knees,” past two years have included more drama than success https://t.co/NMkpeBDEgw
The list of NFL teams with strong interest in Russell Wilson appears small. Wilson’s aspirations remain large. So who could be in on the former All-Pro's services in 2024? @NickKosmider analyzes Wilson's future, and his legacy ⤵️ https://t.co/nkefc1Jf1h https://t.co/rufczOvWGe
Odds on Russell Wilson’s next team after Broncos announce they’re releasing him https://t.co/SEN7WsVZd6
"The reality of it is that Russell Wilson is gonna get a veteran minimum contract.. If Minnesota can't get Kirk Cousins back I think they'll have to look at Russ" @mlombardiNFL #PMSLive https://t.co/wEob5YFgyx
Former #Broncos QB Russell Wilson's 2025 dead cap hit will be the largest in #NFL history. 😬 https://t.co/BV4V6sbI9N
Russell Wilson can sign ANYWHERE for the veteran minimum #PMSLive https://t.co/XzuVA7xd2Z https://t.co/bepjFjTn6z
Every dollar another team pays Russell Wilson, gets offset from his Denver contract--essentially helping Denver. So why would any team give him more money? His earning power is limited to his contract.
Russell Wilson ➡️ Steelers? 🤔 https://t.co/20FI8OcbTY
Which team will Russell Wilson play for in 2024? (Odds via @DKSportsbook) https://t.co/0P1zzI0Dxc
Broncos have yet to decide whether to take the Russell Wilson $85M cap charge as $35.4M this year and $49.6M next year or, if they prefer, $53M this year and $32M in 2025. https://t.co/S2x7JBKd67
Ciara calls Russell Wilson her ‘greatest inspiration’ as Broncos release looms https://t.co/EjYbBhO72U https://t.co/0nXwcNBB1t
Where will Russell Wilson go now that Denver cut him? https://t.co/cggm10ISJD
Russell Wilson to the Commanders? 👀 @Keyshawn explains why Washington is his top landing spot for the Super Bowl winning QB https://t.co/CcmPDe9I22
Russell Wilson landing spots: 5 teams who could sign him in free agency https://t.co/DxoSlfuUWg
Russell Wilson and Broncos part ways, plus Eagles legend Jason Kelce retires ⤵️ https://t.co/AMn1NRnNXK
.@TwoRiversFord Poll: Name a worse trade in NFL history than what the Broncos gave up for Russ
Releasing Russell Wilson was an official admission by the Broncos of the disastrous decision to trade for the former MVP in 2022. Where does the move rank among the worst QB trades in NFL history? @ByMikeJones on the wildest deals of the last 35 years ⤵️ https://t.co/m3DAM1HBCk
Man, I’m not sure Russell Wilson will be a starting QB for any team next season. Now on @undisputed
Dumb question: So now that @DangeRussWilson is getting released, does his next contract stack with the money owed by the @Broncos ? Can Russ make $75M in one year? @AdamSchefter @BrandonPerna @markschlereth
If I'm Russell Wilson - I'm absolutely trying to stick it to the Broncos. Sign for the minimum $1.2M or close to it with a new team and make the Broncos pay the difference up to $39M.
To clear up confusion/misinformation. Russell Wilson is owed $39M in cash in 2024, offset by whatever he makes from another team. He'll also count $35M and $50M on Broncos Cap in 2024 and 2025, respectively. Dead Cap charges are not cash, just accounting. And cannot be offset.
Don't feel bad for Russell Wilson. He leaves Denver with $124 million for two seasons and a shot at unrestricted free agency when the market opens. For as bad as the deal was for the Broncos, it ends up being great for Russ. https://t.co/RNq1qPOTX1
Russell Wilson has officially been released from the Broncos…Where will Russell land next? Undisputed starts SOON https://t.co/JMuAQn2E4F
The worst part of Russell Wilson's tenure in Denver...
NFL’s worst veteran quarterback trades: Where does Broncos’ Russell Wilson deal rank? https://t.co/CokZChhWoY
Russell Wilson becomes very attractive option, if he'll take the league minimum https://t.co/yPv8R0pHvi
In today's Yahoo Sports AM newsletter ☀️🧵 The Broncos cut QB Russell Wilson two seasons after trading for him. Denver now has to eat $85M in dead money over the next two seasons following his release. https://t.co/XnWx5kd9yk
I saw this AJC ePaper article on the AJC ePaper app and thought you’d be interested. Broncos inform QB Russell Wilson they’ll release him when new league year begins https://t.co/4gWAd0VzD8 https://t.co/vspbXv3iO1
NFL’s worst quarterback trades: Where does Broncos’ Russell Wilson deal rank? ⤵️ https://t.co/q3HC5Feiy5
Is the Russell Wilson trade the worst trade in NFL history? 🤔
It was an outcome we all saw coming, yet it’s one we're still having trouble processing. Cutting Russell Wilson now leaves the Broncos with the largest dead cap hit in NFL history — and without a starting QB. The Pulse ⤵️ https://t.co/OjhVBHIBjw
Russell Wilson will play for his fourth head coach in four seasons if his career continues in 2024. Is the 35-year-old former star a Hall of Famer? And what does his immediate future hold? @SandoNFL on Wilson's legacy and options in free agency ⤵️ https://t.co/FS2Fbq0vPO
As Russell Wilson, Broncos divorce, where will he land next? NFL voices weigh in – and on another key question https://t.co/wXVnX3RfpA
Here is our full story on the #Broncos informing Russell Wilson of his release, with Wilson (thanks to offsets) set to be a starter for someone else for the veteran minimum in 2024: https://t.co/4JMvZJil29 https://t.co/4JMvZJil29
Russell Wilson's ride in Denver has come to an end. Read more 👉 https://t.co/Dg9HGlr0II https://t.co/G0lgGwgUgq
Russell Wilson is hanging up his cleats as a Denver Bronco after being cut from the team ahead of the 2024 NFL season. https://t.co/wmr4yEFrxA
From @TheAthletic: The Denver Broncos gave up five draft picks, including two first-rounders, and three players to acquire Russell Wilson in 2022. Two seasons later, the QB’s tenure has ended. Where do the Broncos go from here? https://t.co/UJ0wFtabT6
The Broncos will take on $85 million in total dead cap by releasing Russell Wilson, which will be the largest dead cap hit in NFL history - The previous largest dead cap hit was Matt Ryan’s $40.525M dead cap hit with the Falcons in 2022 - The Broncos’ dead cap hits for releasing…
The Denver Broncos Are Releasing Russell Wilson. How much will this cost Denver? Where will he land? https://t.co/KivBhOyB8T
Russell Wilson is gone in Denver. What’s next? Could Minnesota be an option? James Palmer and I try to figure things out on The NFL Report. The full episode is on YouTube: https://t.co/JuQQzHLjsu https://t.co/QvSDPxkpFe
The Denver Broncos announced they will move on from Russell Wilson — could one of New York's teams make a run at the nine-time Pro Bowler? https://t.co/xbShNAxG7F
With Russell Wilson gone, should Broncos move up in NFL draft if it means landing Michigan’s J.J. McCarthy? @SeanKeeler + @ryanmcfadden_ debate. https://t.co/7DVx8ZZ652
After officially cutting Russell Wilson, the trade between the Broncos and Seahawks is one of the worst of all time. What are some of the other worst trades? https://t.co/Ur2pCiWbxd
Renck: Russell Wilson went from “Let’s Ride” to “Last Ride” with Broncos, revealing dangers of desperation https://t.co/fSk6KU3aA9
The Russell Wilson era in Denver has officially come to a close. The Broncos announced that the organization will be moving on from the 35-year-old as their quarterback. https://t.co/0Ak4mqlGBe
Denver Broncos' Russell Wilson posts heartfelt goodbye after being released https://t.co/u7XUMon6rR
If Russell Wilson will take the league minimum (and stick the Broncos with the balance of his $39 million guarantee), he becomes a very attractive option for a team in need at the QB position. https://t.co/I4pixR2Vyw
So if you are Russell Wilson, do you take the minimum or close to it and bet on yourself and make the Broncos come up off $37.5M and or sign a 3-4 year deal now which is really a 2yr deal? https://t.co/8kdQhGN7c6
Russell Wilson landing spots: Which NFL teams make most sense for QB dumped by Broncos? https://t.co/qMwJrhlhss
Move over #Rockies, there is a new leader for worst trade ever. It’s not Nolan. It’s Wilson, writes my man @SeanKeeler after #Broncos part ways with QB https://t.co/prqvrVzJ2g
What’s next for Russell Wilson? @ShaunOHara60 thinks the QB could stay in the AFC West. 👀 (via @NFLTotalAccess) https://t.co/CVJVSESJh9
What hurts the #Broncos more: a) Giving up two top-10 picks to acquire Russell Wilson OR b) Eating $85 million in dead money to release him.
The Russell Wilson Broncos Era: From high hopes to “high knees,” past two years have included more drama than success https://t.co/pgeVHQpv7H
Though Russell Wilson will be released after the new league year March 13, he is now free to talk with prospective teams, per source. The Broncos have no issues with that. So, he's essentially a free agent starting today.
Yes, Russell Wilson and agent could take a minimum contract from a team, since Broncos on the hook for rest of $39M and try to get big guarantee for 2025. But, as you learn working in the NFL, what goes around comes around. Not sure a team would want to do the Broncos like that.
Russell Wilson will be the highest Cap charge on the Broncos for 2024 and for 2025 (while he plays somewhere else), and it won't be close.
Keeler: Broncos, Russell Wilson, congrats! You just topped Dick Monfort, Nolan Arenado for worst trade in Colorado sports history. https://t.co/8s7oLbezFK
Russell Wilson will get $39M in cash from the #Broncos in 2024. This means he could potentially sign with a new team for the NFL minimum, as any new contract he signs would be coming off that $39M. That alone makes him one of the most fascinating QB free agents in a long time.… https://t.co/aAFQyePrmi https://t.co/s0cnSdJFom
The cost of Russell Wilson’s two years for the Broncos: • $124M in salary • Noah Fant • Drew Lock • Shelby Harris • 2022 1st rd pick (Charles Cross) • 2022 2nd round pick (Boye Mafe) • 2022 5th round pick (Tyreke Smith • 2023 1st round pick (Devon Witherspoon) • 2023… https://t.co/AysPXRlDY9
Russ is done in Denver — Broncos say they’ll cut Wilson https://t.co/MljhdIJudO https://t.co/MljhdIJudO
The Broncos Are Releasing Russell Wilson, Thus Ending One Of The Greatest Runs In NFL History https://t.co/kY4J4vDWeW https://t.co/aRdMMlJtI7