Russell Wilson, quarterback for the Denver Broncos, has been benched, as confirmed by multiple sources. The decision was relayed to Wilson early in the morning, leading to various reactions on social media. Geno Smith, Wilson's former teammate, showed his support with a tweet saying “FREE 3” after the benching, crediting @hawkmania4. NFL fans and commentators have been making light of the situation with jokes and speculation. George Wrightster suggested that Wilson's benching by the Broncos and coach Sean Payton was not due to his play, but because Wilson refused to defer his guarantees. Wilson himself has publicly responded, stating, “God's got me. Looking forward to what’s next,” indicating his positive outlook despite the setback. This incident is a first in Wilson's NFL career.
Russell Wilson broke his silence on being benched with a very simple statement about what comes next. He's handling it like a true pro. Where will Wilson land? READ: https://t.co/uocv7KcyPK https://t.co/i3rFSR7Mmg
Russell Wilson speaks publicly for the first time following everything that has happened. “Gods got me. Looking forward to what’s next.” https://t.co/7mK057ilog
Just like I thought… Russell Wilson getting benched by the Broncos and Sean Payton had nothing to do with his play. They wanted him to defer his guarantees and he said no. https://t.co/oTcQP0uCHV
Russell Wilson has been Benched for the 1st Time in his NFL Career https://t.co/qrhCSum6k1
Russell Wilson after getting cut https://t.co/R1qrIbdKJ6
Russell Wilson’s former teammate Geno Smith says “FREE 3” after the #Broncos benched him. (H/T: @hawkmania4) https://t.co/Ht4NGGMyvI
Geno Smith had the most loyal response to Russell Wilson getting benched by the Broncos https://t.co/iySBy4d31x https://t.co/UHA80zYr2K
Russell Wilson’s likes after benching draw attention https://t.co/dnmO1ndvrf https://t.co/rEsmsOfhZF
Recent likes from Russell Wilson 👀 https://t.co/Um8ZPotC4e
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NFL fans had so many “let’s ride” jokes after Russell Wilson reportedly got benched https://t.co/jcNfQ6qfnp
Not surprised to see Russ benched. 👇🏻 https://t.co/PZJ0qekEwk
Russell Wilson hearing he's being benched https://t.co/5wCjm3iYb8
Russell Wilson: Set to be benched https://t.co/EIPLjsFlmw
Russell Wilson has been benched, per sources. He was told early this morning.