Russell Wilson’s future in the NFL has become a hot topic, especially with the news that he is selling his $25 million mansion in Cherry Hills, Colorado. Speculation is swirling about which team Wilson will end up with, with the Atlanta Falcons and Pittsburgh Steelers being the most frequently mentioned options. However, doubts have been raised about the Steelers’ interest in Wilson, as they are reportedly not looking to bring in a quarterback who wants to be a starter. Despite this, DraftKings Sportsbook has listed the Steelers as the favorites to land Wilson.
Wilson is currently under a five-year, $242.6 million contract, but it is expected that the Denver Broncos will cut him, resulting in a significant dead cap hit of $85 million. The question remains whether the Broncos will bear the full amount next season or split it over the course of 2024 and 2025. General Manager George Paton attempted to push back the vesting date for Wilson’s $37 million salary in 2025, but Wilson’s camp rejected the proposal, leading to tensions between the two parties.
There are differing opinions on Wilson’s future in the league. Tim Hasselbeck, a former NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst, believes there is a chance Wilson could be out of football after next season. He cites Wilson’s age and a potential decline in his game as reasons for this possibility. On the other hand, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler has spoken to several teams who still see Wilson as a full-time starter and believe there is a job for him somewhere in the league.
While the future remains uncertain, one thing is clear – Russell Wilson’s next move will be closely watched by football fans everywhere.
Kirk Cousins, the Minnesota Vikings quarterback, may have some supporters in NFL front offices. However, his playing future remains uncertain. Despite being a nine-time Pro Bowler, Cousins is considered the second-best veteran quarterback option in free agency. According to Brad Spielberger of Pro Football Focus, Cousins is ranked as the number two free agent. This means that Wilson, who is also a free agent, may have to wait until Cousins’ situation is resolved before gaining clarity on his own future with the Denver Broncos.
Cousins has repeatedly stated that he does not expect a resolution to his situation until the Scouting Combine, which is scheduled to begin on February 26. This gives front offices more time to prepare for the draft and potentially become interested in other prospects. Free agency officially begins on March 13, followed by the draft on April 25.
One interesting possibility is that the longer the situation remains unresolved, the more likely it becomes that Wilson could return as the starting quarterback for the Broncos next season. Only time will tell what the future holds for these two quarterbacks.
Josh Buckhalter, a sports reporter, covers both the NBA and NFL for a tabloid format publication.
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