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2 months, 1 week ago

Russini’s what I’m hearing: Saleh’s foiled plan to save Jets offense, Steelers’ Justin Fields feelings

All it takes is one. Most don’t like to fire head coaches during the season — including the New York Jets, who hadn’t done so since the 1970s. This is what I’m hearing this week: • How Saleh tried to fix the offense • How the Jets are still trying to reel in a pair of All-Pros • Ferris Bueller, …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Nix Claps Back at Payton, Cementing His Leadership

Associated Press

Bo Nix stands up to Sean Payton and stakes his claim as the leader of the red-hot Broncos. The two have a heated interaction on the sideline after Nix calls a questionable play call. Nix's performance shines as he leads Denver to two fourth-quarter touchdowns, cementing his leadership and silencing Payton's complaints. The Broncos' offense, known for its efficiency, continues …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

Associated Press

DENVER — Justin Fields and the Pittsburgh Steelers squeaked past the sputtering Denver Broncos 13-6 on Sunday with Russell Wilson reprising his bitter role as sideline spectator in the Mile High City. Nix, who had a pair of turnovers deep in Seattle’s territory in his NFL debut, was intercepted by Cory Trice Jr. in the back of the end zone …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Sean Payton has had Mike Tomlin’s number, but the Steelers are seeking 3rd straight win over Denver

Associated Press

Pittsburgh at Denver Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EDT, CBS BETMGM NFL ODDS: Steelers by 3. Key injuries Steelers: QB Russell Wilson’s injured calf means he’ll probably watch backup Justin Fields start for the second straight week.. LT Dan Moore Jr. missed practice this week. Stats and stuff The Steelers are searching for their first 2-0 start since 2020, when they began …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Russell Wilson’s calf injury figures to make his return to Denver with the Steelers just a footnote

Associated Press

DENVER — The Denver Broncos expect to see Russell Wilson on the sideline in full pads and eye black this weekend, just as he was in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opener at Atlanta despite being inactive with a strained calf. “But certainly it starts with Fields.” Steelers coach Mike Tomlin began the week saying, “We’re preparing as if Justin is going …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Sorting out the AFC’s middle class: Which teams can make the leap to contention?

New York Times

No NFL team wants to be stuck in the middle, and certainly not in the cutthroat AFC, which features the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs and a slew of other contenders. Let’s take a closer look at six teams muddled in the middle of the conference, and who’s trending toward contention, starting with the other half of perhaps the …

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7 months ago

Can Zach Wilson begin a fruitful second act with Broncos? It starts in the huddle

New York Times

Few quarterbacks have faced more scrutiny during their first three years in the NFL than Zach Wilson encountered under the glaring lights in New York. “We’ll figure it out,” said Payton, who has given no indication of the quarterback pecking order since Wilson and Nix joined Stidham on the roster. “… But we’ll have a rotation, and we’ll go from …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Denver Broncos 2024 schedule: Sean Payton faces off against Saints, Russell Wilson

New York Times

Who were the biggest winners and losers of the NFL schedule release? The micro: When the Broncos opened their season at the Seahawks two years ago, with Russell Wilson making his return to Seattle in his debut as Denver’s quarterback, the Broncos went 0-for-4 in the red zone in a 17-16 loss, turning the ball over twice in those settings. …

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8 months, 4 weeks ago

Steelers’ Mike Tomlin says Russell Wilson has ‘pole position’ for starting QB job

Associated Press

ORLANDO, Fla. — — Russell Wilson’s resume and experience give him the edge over Justin Fields. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Monday that Wilson is considered Pittsburgh’s starting quarterback but Fields will get a chance to compete. “We’re not resistant to competition, but as I’ve mentioned several times of late, I just think it’s appropriate to establish positioning.. and the …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Denver Broncos inform QB Russell Wilson they’ll release him when new league year begins

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Two years ago, Russell Wilson exuberantly declared he intended to play a dozen years in Denver and double the trio of Lombardi Trophies in the Broncos’ lobby. On Monday, the Broncos informed Wilson they’d release him next week when the new league year begins. The Broncos also will take a record $89 million hit in dead cap …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Denver Broncos inform Russell Wilson he is being released, allowing the franchise to avoid an extra $37million fully guaranteed... as Sean Payton looks to start fresh

Daily Mail

The Denver Broncos are officially moving on from quarterback Russell Wilson, it was announced on Monday. 'We spoke with Russell Wilson today to inform him of his release after the start of the league year,' general manager George Paton and Sean Payton said in a joint statement. The Denver Broncos are officially moving on from quarterback Russell Wilson We’ve notified …

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9 months, 2 weeks ago

Where will Russell Wilson land next? A look at which NFL teams could be interested

New York Times

For two impressive drives, Russell Wilson was sprinkling some of the magic that made him a nine-time Pro Bowler, a quarterback who seemingly always had a trick up his sleeve. A few days later, after the comeback against the Patriots fell short and Denver’s playoff hopes wilted, Wilson was benched by head coach Sean Payton, setting the stage for his …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Sean Payton hints at moving on from Russell Wilson, says Broncos have to hit on ‘the next one’ at QB

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Sean Payton isn’t providing anything definitive on Russell Wilson’s time in Denver but he did hint at the Broncos moving on from him when he suggested the team cannot afford to miss on “the next one” at quarterback. Asked if he embraced the idea of finding a solution at quarterback, one that’s eluded coaches and GMs ever …

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9 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos to make Russell Wilson decision in next 2 weeks, but little mystery remains

New York Times

INDIANAPOLIS — The Broncos appear to be just a few crossed T’s and some dotted I’s away from saying goodbye to Russell Wilson. “I saw this humorous meme the other day of a Broncos fan with a shirt on and there were like eight quarterbacks names with a cross through it, and he’s drinking the quarterback Kool-Aid,” Payton said of …

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11 months, 2 weeks ago

Broncos’ brass indicates a divorce with QB Russell Wilson isn’t inevitable following his benching

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Maybe Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos aren’t headed for a costly divorce, after all. But it hasn’t been decided relative to what our plans are and that as soon as we know something that certainly he would be the first to know.” Payton said there was indeed a scenario in which Wilson returns as his starting …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jarrett Stidham earned his first career NFL win, but many of the Broncos’ offensive troubles remain

Associated Press

DENVER — Jarrett Stidham and Russell Wilson traded places Sunday, but many of the problems that Sean Payton complained about when he made the switch last week remain ingrained in the Denver Broncos’ sputtering offensive operation. Payton praised Stidham’s poise and overall play in leading the Broncos to their first sweep of the Los Angeles Chargers since 2019 with a …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Stidham uneven in 1st start in place of Wilson as Broncos rely on defense to beat Chargers 16-9

Associated Press

DENVER — The Denver Broncos got that spark they were looking for with a quarterback switch — from their defense, anyway. Jarrett Stidham threw for 224 yards and a touchdown in an uneven performance during his first start in place of a benched Russell Wilson as the Broncos beat the Los Angeles Chargers 16-9 on Sunday. “Once I got back …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos QB Russell Wilson says he was asked earlier in season to adjust contract or risk benching

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — As quarterback Russell Wilson explains it, his job was in jeopardy nearly two months ago and after the Denver Broncos’ biggest win. “I know every time I stepped on the field it’s a physical game,” said Wilson, who has thrown for 3,070 yards, along with 26 TD passes and eight interceptions this season. He’s handled it well …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Denver Broncos bench QB Russell Wilson and will turn to Jarrett Stidham

Associated Press

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are benching quarterback Russell Wilson in a move that could have major ramifications for both his future and theirs. “I can’t replace the entire offensive line, I can’t bring in five new receivers,” Payton said, “and if it continues over a period of time, then there’ll be another guy here talking to you, as …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Russell Wilson expecting to be cut by Broncos in March after midseason contract dispute: Sources

New York Times

By Larry Holder, Nick Kosmider and Dianna Russini Russell Wilson is expecting to be cut by the Denver Broncos in March, per league sources. — Dianna Russini December 28, 2023 Jarrett Stidham, Wilson’s backup for the first 15 games, is in line to start the final two against the Los Angeles Chargers and Las Vegas Raiders. The Broncos want to …

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11 months, 3 weeks ago

Broncos’ trade for Russell Wilson was a disaster, but blame extends past QB

New York Times

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — When the Denver Broncos were nearing the finish line in negotiations with the Seattle Seahawks in March of 2022 for a blockbuster trade of quarterback Russell Wilson, general manager George Paton went to new head coach Nathaniel Hackett and asked him to look at the veteran’s tape. But in hindsight, amid Tuesday’s news that the Broncos are …

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1 year ago

Sean Payton downplays sideline flare-up with Russell Wilson: ‘I was upset about the call’

New York Times

As the Denver Broncos lined up to kick a field goal down 21 points late in the third quarter, coach Sean Payton ripped into the officials before turning his ire toward quarterback Russell Wilson in the team’s 42-17 loss to the Detroit Lions on Saturday at Ford Field. I really try to play penalty-free football.” Payton said after the game …

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1 year ago

Explaining the inexplicable Denver Broncos and other NFL mysteries: Sando’s Pick Six

New York Times

Cover 7 | Monday A daily NFL destination that provides in-depth analysis of football’s biggest stories. “ is throwing checkdowns as quick as I’ve ever seen him.” The chart below shows Wilson’s average air yards per attempt and per completion for every season of his career. • The Cowboys’ defense the past three seasons ranks fourth in EPA per play …

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1 year, 1 month ago

Broncos predictions at NFL midseason: There’s no replacing Russell Wilson in 2023

New York Times

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are emerging from their bye with a two-game winning streak, but they face a massive test on the road against the Buffalo Bills on Monday night. The Broncos’ win over the Chiefs broke a 16-game losing streak to the division rivals and gave hope Denver could turn its season around after a 1-5 start. …

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Russini’s what I’m hearing: Saleh’s foiled plan to save Jets offense, Steelers’ Justin Fields feelings

Nix Claps Back at Payton, Cementing His Leadership

Justin Fields wins 2nd straight start as sub for Russell Wilson, leads Steelers past Broncos 13-6

Sean Payton has had Mike Tomlin’s number, but the Steelers are seeking 3rd straight win over Denver

Russell Wilson’s calf injury figures to make his return to Denver with the Steelers just a footnote

Sorting out the AFC’s middle class: Which teams can make the leap to contention?

Can Zach Wilson begin a fruitful second act with Broncos? It starts in the huddle

Denver Broncos 2024 schedule: Sean Payton faces off against Saints, Russell Wilson

Steelers’ Mike Tomlin says Russell Wilson has ‘pole position’ for starting QB job

Denver Broncos inform QB Russell Wilson they’ll release him when new league year begins

Denver Broncos inform Russell Wilson he is being released, allowing the franchise to avoid an extra $37million fully guaranteed... as Sean Payton looks to start fresh

Where will Russell Wilson land next? A look at which NFL teams could be interested

Sean Payton hints at moving on from Russell Wilson, says Broncos have to hit on ‘the next one’ at QB

Broncos to make Russell Wilson decision in next 2 weeks, but little mystery remains

Broncos’ brass indicates a divorce with QB Russell Wilson isn’t inevitable following his benching

Jarrett Stidham earned his first career NFL win, but many of the Broncos’ offensive troubles remain

Stidham uneven in 1st start in place of Wilson as Broncos rely on defense to beat Chargers 16-9

Broncos QB Russell Wilson says he was asked earlier in season to adjust contract or risk benching

Denver Broncos bench QB Russell Wilson and will turn to Jarrett Stidham

Russell Wilson expecting to be cut by Broncos in March after midseason contract dispute: Sources

Broncos’ trade for Russell Wilson was a disaster, but blame extends past QB

Sean Payton downplays sideline flare-up with Russell Wilson: ‘I was upset about the call’

Explaining the inexplicable Denver Broncos and other NFL mysteries: Sando’s Pick Six

Broncos predictions at NFL midseason: There’s no replacing Russell Wilson in 2023