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Oct 12, 2023 · The Seahawks traded Wilson to the Broncos in March 2022 for a draft package and other players. The trade was a result of Wilson's frustration with the Seahawks' situation and his desire for a fresh start in Denver.
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The Broncos may be the best of the options that Schultz mentioned. They are currently 6-6 and have a loaded roster; they just happen to be weak at the quarterback spot. Teddy Bridgewater has been fine for the Broncos, but he hasn't made enough explosive plays to win some of their close losses this season. Drew Lock doesn't look like anything more t...
The Saints are officially in the post-Drew Brees era and the quarterback room is in a bit of disarray. Jameis Winston won the starting job coming out of camp, but he suffered a torn ACL around the midpoint of the season. Trevor Siemian and Taysom Hill have started in recent weeks and that has sparked a five-game losing streak. New Orleans could opt...
The Giants are an interesting fit for Wilson. Obviously, they need a quarterback, but in some ways, they are like the Seahawks. They have a lower-level offensive line and some good-looking pass-catching weapons. However, unlike the Seahawks' weapons, Kadarius Toney, Kenny Golladay and Sterling Shepard haven't proven that they can stay healthy. Stil...
The Seahawks QB has a no-trade clause but would consider waiving it for the Broncos, Saints or Giants, according to NFL podcaster Jordan Schultz. These teams all have quarterback needs and could offer draft capital to Seattle in exchange for Wilson.
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- Miami Dolphins. There's a reason the Dolphins have been linked to Deshaun Watson, and there's at least a small reason coach Brian Flores felt the need to use Ryan Fitzpatrick as a "relief pitcher" for rookie Tua Tagovailoa in 2020.
- Dallas Cowboys. In terms of likelihood, they're much farther down the list. Dak Prescott, after all, has already proven in Dallas he deserves a big commitment.
- Indianapolis Colts. If ever there were a time for GM Chris Ballard to get unorthodox and risk it all in a trade, you'd think it'd be here. No team is better positioned to acquire -- and more in need of -- a bona fide star QB than the Colts.
- Carolina Panthers. From a competitive standpoint, the Panthers seem like a ways removed from Seahawks-level contention, and their NFC location wouldn't necessarily sit well with Seattle.
Mar 4, 2022 · Washington tried to trade for Russell Wilson, but Seattle rejected its offer of multiple first-round picks, according to NFL Network. The Seahawks have no intention of moving their star quarterback, who led them to a Super Bowl win in 2013.
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- March 17: Dan Patrick reports that the Bears made a massive offer for Wilson, willing to part with three first-round picks and more for the passer. The decision lies with head coach Pete Carroll.
- March 11: CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora reports that the Bears are prepared to make a Godfather offer for Wilson. The Bears are "desperate" per report.
- March 9: The Seahawks send out a post-mortem letter to season ticket holders, as is customary among NFL teams. The letter, though, omits Russell Wilson's name despite mentioning the franchise record-setting offensive season they had.
- March 8: ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the idea that Wilson could be traded is "very real," adding more to the idea that the passer could be dealt in the coming months.
Mar 8, 2022 · ESPN. The Seahawks have agreed to trade quarterback Russell Wilson to the Broncos in exchange for three players and multiple draft picks, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Dec 26, 2021 · The Seahawks are unlikely to sign Wilson to a contract extension and may trade him to one of several teams, according to reports. Wilson, who has struggled in 2021, has a no-trade clause but would waive it for some destinations.
