I'm excited for what's to come.But it's tough right now. The 49ers are scheduled to face the Broncos in Denver during the 2022 season. That doesnt seem like a safe bet currently. The Bengals announced on Wednesday that OT Willie Anderson and WR Isaac Curtis will be inducted into the team's Ring of Honor during the 2022 season. No more Russell Wilson in the NFC West https://t.co/hggAjrKewi. The Broncos are going to be good. Per Rapoport, in return for Russell Wilson and a fourth-round pick, the Seahawks will get two first-rounders and two second-round picks, a fifth-rounder, quarterback Drew Lock, defensive end Shelby Harris and tight end Noah Fant. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. ", Nick Wright, however, wasn't impressed by the move, and called the Broncos' new troupe nothing more than a"wild-card contender. Hmm, Spiller, perhaps? Sort of an evil laugh if you will. Seattle Seahawks news fromFanSided Daily, Kalon Barnes could be a proof of concept for the Seahawks defense. Now its worth noting that theres nothing in the realm of actual movement, official asks, offers, or even confirmed reports. Matthew Stafford has more playoff wins in the last seven years. However, there was also the possibility of him entering yet another quarterback competition. https://t.co/y5uedOV502, Russell Wilson back in a Colorado organization after being drafted by the Rockies in 2010. https://t.co/2vzZTYsTRA https://t.co/cvirvWBoiH, DangeRuss in Denver https://t.co/LwjZrUYiES. To be fair the reactions are pretty split on this, as many are so excited to have a top-10 QB theyll be happy with whatever. Russ has absolutely owned them, now hes out of the division. Fox Sports and 2022 Fox Media LLC and Fox Sports Interactive Media, LLC. But having not played a single official down, based off a report that has since been invalidated, some are already willing to declare the gamble for the franchises future not worth it. Russell Wilson reportedly is out of the NFC West. Sutton has been phenomenal for the Broncos despite the quarterback carousel. So it makes you feel good going to Seattle knowing you're wanted. Wilson has been a thorn in the 49ers' side ever since he took over as the Seahawks' starting QB in 2012. "[The Broncos have] had 11 quarterbacks since Peyton Manning decided to hang it up. First of all, a quarterback can make or break a franchise. Were about to see it. Fant: Tom Brady takes less his whole career. Download and follow the 49ers Talk Podcast, NFL Twitter erupts, 49ers fans rejoice after Wilson trade. Raiders TE Darren Waller and LB Denzel Perryman are seeking new contracts as the team begins training camp, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday. Drew Lock has declined to comment on the trade right now, but Id imagine that he has mixed emotions. Two words. Reports hint that the Seahawks had already done this for at least a year. NFL fans were shocked by the news, and 49ers fans in particular were thrilled that Wilson has left the 49ers' division. After news broke of Aaron Rodgers returning to Green Bay, the thought of Miller coming back to Denver felt unlikely but a few hours later, here we are. 3 free agents the Denver Broncos must sign with Russell Wilson on board. Use of this website (including any and all parts and components) constitutes your acceptance of these. Its interesting what money does to perspective. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. How much cap space do Seahawks have after releasing Bobby Wagner. Jerry Jeudy (@jerryjeudy) March 8, 2022. So remaining teams that still could be looking for a quarterback that might be reaching out to #49ersSteelers Buccaneers WashingtonAnd.?Seattle? He was a very vocal leader for the team and a phenomenal pass tipper. Although well miss Harris in orange and blue, it is impressive that the Broncos did not have to include a guy like DreMont Jones in the deal. Buddy youve got some catching up to do with your new QB and a man named Mark Rodgers. Wright added that in his estimation, Patrick Mahomes would continue to dominate the AFC West. It may be a long time before they even have a quarterback to pay this kind of money anyway, so who knows when Seattle will re-enter these types of conversations themselves. The Broncos acquired Russell Wilson in a blockbuster trade with the Seattle Seahawks, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Tuesday. What the Russell Wilson contract rumor reveals about Seahawks trade. The Eagles WR reflected on his 110-meter hurdles disqualification and his future in Philadelphia. Nick Wright decides whether Russ' Broncos will be any threat to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Russell Wilson trade: What are the Denver Broncos giving up? You have to have one of the top-tier quarterbacks. @Broncos are officially in the mix!!! Week 1 Sunday night or Monday night? The big thing here is the age difference: Jones is just 25-years old, while Harris is 30. All rights reserved. The issue is that even though Seattle is getting those first-round picks and second-round picks back, John Schneider and Pete Carroll have not proven they can be good with those picks. Are big bucks or championship rings more important to Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson? But by the time Wilson is up for a new deal next season, $50 million is unquestionably going to be part of the conversation, so we are justified in having it here. As for several offensive linemens reactions, starting left tackle Garett Bolles and backup tackle Calvin Anderson have weighed in. Lock actually led the league in interceptions in 2020 with 15 but in only 443 attempts but had just 16 touchdown passes. I loved Denver. That Aaron Rodgers deal might look like a bargain when Russell Wilson (and all the leverage he now possesses) seeks a new contract from the Broncos. It wasnt all because of money, to be sure. Rooting for the #seahawks this year without Russ will be a lot more enjoyable cant wait to beat the Broncos week 1 https://t.co/OVGzIaRoPa. I have to wonder what type of impact the arrival of Russell Wilson will have on Bolles going forward. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Sharpe breaks down how his Broncos won the blockbuster trade. We dont know that Seattle can be good even with Carroll and Schneider without Wilson. While Russell Wilson being traded might be a reaction to Aaron Rodgers re-signing in Green Bay for $200 million over four seasons and Seattle not wanting to extend Russell Wilson after 2023, Seattle seems to have chosen Schneider and Carroll over Wilson. Patrick Mahomes contract serves as an example of the crazy things both players and teams can do as GMs find ways to give one player a fifth of the allotted money, while still building competitive rosters. The Denver Broncos have acquired Russell Wilson from the Seattle Seahawks and Broncos players have reacted to the news. Im sure Pete Carroll would love nothing more than to buck the trend and spend 25% of the cap on the secondary, perhaps 70% on the defense, and do the whole defense / run game thing in the face of the NFL. Russell Wilson is demanding $50 million year. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. While the 49ers and their fans certainly are happy Wilson is out of the division, they're not quite done with him yet. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. New York announced the return of the team's blue uniforms from that era, which the Giants will wear for two "Legacy Games" this season: Week 4 vs. Chicago, and Week 13 vs. Washington. The Seattle Seahawks reportedly traded Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos on Tuesday. Courtland Sutton (@SuttonCourtland) March 8, 2022. Well, now you dont have to wonder. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Now he gets a chance in a new location to be the guy. What Seattle might get back in return isnt enough, at least as far as Ian Rapoport reports Seattle is getting in return. But now they have their solution at the most important position in sports. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. (more) #9sports, Look at this way: If Shelby Harris wasn't a good player he wouldn't have been in trade: "It's a respect thing. And for Skip Bayless, it was the undisputed deal of the century. There goes the honeymoon. He remains the best quarterback this franchise has ever had, but again, money does funny things to people. In the meantime, it will be two full years of an interesting journey as people watch the Wilson contract - not to mention his play - unfold, both in Colorado and the PNW. Garett Bolles (@gbolles72) March 8, 2022, Calvin Anderson (@THE_CONDA25) March 8, 2022. Falcons DT Eddie Goldman has informed the team he intends to retire just weeks after signing one-year deal. Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy posted a tweet of the glaring emoji following news of Rodgers returning to the Packers. Stafford had zero playoff wins 90 days ago! For the record, that quote is not from the articles author, but from a Denver fan, named CJ. Because a bunch of Denver fans just went from The Savior Is Here! to He better not do that to us in a matter of minutes. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onDenver Broncos and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. They obviously thought enough of me to put me in this trade. The deal sent social media shockwaves throughout the NFL community. On Monday, former Broncos pass rusher Von Miller tweeted and posted on Instagram about returning to Denver. I have to imagine that, with Wilson coming to the Broncos, Gordon will be more interested in staying to compete in what has now become a division truly up for grabs. Hell absolutely be missed by Broncos Country. On a day when the NFL world had already been struck with big quarterback news, the Denver Broncos went ahead and made a bigger splash to obtain a star QB. Though he is 33-years old, Russell Wilson can still help bring a championship to his new team. #9sports. Wilson is the type of quarterback that will be able to make plays with his legs but can also be comfortable in the pocket. The four-time MVP brought an abrupt end to his month-long intermission by inking the richest deal in league history with Green Bay. Harris commented on being included in the trade, acknowledging that its a sign of good faith. The bet is that Schneider and Carroll can suddenly remake the franchise with solid early picks and not have Russell Wilson at quarterback to lead the team. He then shared a Wisconsin Badgers tweet of he and Wilson together following a Broncos-Seahawks game with a caption: My brother 4 Life.. let's see how this turn out https://t.co/YHSW6UtXVU, F L S H (@Melvingordon25) March 8, 2022. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is expected to be fully cleared by mid-August, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. In order for you to be successful, you have got to produce points. He's won one playoff game in the last five years.". The idea that Russell Wilson makes you an instant contender no he's doesn't. Cant let him walk the year after they wont even have a draft pick in the first two rounds. Former Bronco and NFL Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe similarly loved the deal. The Denver Broncos were named the 2022 Sports Humanitarian Team of the Year, ESPN announced Tuesday. 15 Best Free Agent Acquisitions of All-Time, 12s take to Twitter to react to Russell Wilson being traded, The end is not the end: Moving on from Russell Wilson. Russell Wilson and DK Metcalf after the trade got announced https://t.co/R9tsOlZJ1r, Leaked footage of Russell Wilson trade (4K) https://t.co/UnKcCmUWcy, He's coming, Seattle https://t.co/45BG6MkKGH, Never seen a trade say , pending Wilsons approval . In fact, Mike Sando has claimed that Seattle was never going to pay Wilson $50m per year, one of the reasons for the ultimate separation. Born and raised in Washington, I would of never thought Russel Wilson was going to be on another team. Can you imagine what his stat lines will look like over the next couple of years (and potentially longer) with Wilson? The Giants are turning back the clock to 1987. "In order to get a lot, you have to give up a lot," Sharpe said. The NFL market has not really made any radical departures from its current trajectory, which is that elite QBs are worth a ton of money, and the salary cap continues to grow. Pre-Snap Reads 7/20: How well will Cody Barton play this year? https://t.co/H1BNERKlbx, Drew Lock, Seahawks 2022 starting quarterback. Harris spent the past five seasons with the Broncos, recording 203 tackles, 21.2 sacks, 35 tackles for loss, and 46 quarterback hits. The 49ers play the AFC West in 2022 because, of course. In the last seven years, Nick Foles, Jimmy Garoppolo, Peyton Manning who's been retired and Ben Roethlisberger have won more playoff games than Wilson.