Most athletes who have ever played football would love to have a career like Russell Wilson. After all, how many third-round picks can say they earned the title of franchise quarterback as a rookie?
Wilson did so and helped the Seattle Seahawks win the organization’s first Super Bowl in his second season of play. He did all this despite being short at 5 feet 11 inches and earning 10 Pro Bowl accolades along the way.
While Wilson had a stellar early career, he has come back down to earth recently, leading his team to just one playoff appearance since 2021. This comes after seven playoff appearances in their first eight seasons. Although the 37-year-old may no longer be viewed as a high-end starter, there is no doubt that he is still a capable quarterback who also showed game-changing ability with the Giants last season.
He has already received a contract offer from the New York Jets, but Wilson is also said to be considering TV opportunities. Still, if Wilson really wants to play but isn’t impressed by the Jets’ offer, who else could sign him this offseason?
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new England Patriots
The Patriots have definitely found their franchise quarterback, so they are now filling out their depth chart with developmental prospects. His primary backup, Tommy DeVito, is a mix of both, but he may not have much untapped potential at this point. If Drake Mays gets hurt, are the Patriots really confident DeVito can lead a winning effort in multiple games? Wilson will definitely improve their chances.
detroit lions
The Lions continue to add Teddy Bridgewater, who could be excellent in helping the team during game-to-game preparation for their upcoming opponents. However, can he effectively lead the same high-powered offense that Jared Goff can? no way. Still, Wilson may have a better chance of maintaining the Lions’ explosive scoring attack, and he will also benefit from playing inside the domed stadium of Ford Field.
buffalo bill
When Josh Allen is healthy, the Buffalo Bills are Super Bowl contenders. If he isn’t, and backup Kyle Allen has to lead the charge, the Bills are effectively screwed. While no one can replace Allen’s production as a passer and rusher, Wilson may be their best bet to help in a pinch. Plus, he’ll still get a chance to live in New York, as he did last year while playing for the Giants.
pittsburgh steelers
A reunion? We can’t completely rule it out as Aaron Rodgers is still unsigned in free agency. Wilson led the Steelers to the playoffs once; Who’s to say he can’t do it again with Mike McCarthy pushing his buttons? This result would only make sense if Rodgers surprisingly decided not to sign in Pittsburgh, but for some reason, he still hasn’t agreed to a new contract.
denver broncos
Have the Broncos burned bridges with Wilson? It’s possible the ice hasn’t melted yet for Sean Payton and GM George Payton. Still, they recently expressed interest in adding a quarterback while Bo Nix recovers from surgery, and if for some reason he’s not ready for Week 1, Wilson would be a huge upgrade over Jarrett Stidham.
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