The Broncos Just Pulled Off A Blockbuster Trade For Russell Wilson
Mar 8, 2022, 12:31 PM
Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on as he tends to his finger injury during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field on October 07, 2021 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
(Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
DENVER – Forget Aaron Rodgers, the Denver Broncos just pulled off a stunning move.
Forget Aaron Rodgers, the Denver Broncos just pulled off a stunning move in one of the biggest trades in NFL history | by @PetersenWill https://t.co/R1CpFPaJXa
— Denver's Sports Station 104.3 The Fan (@1043TheFan) March 8, 2022
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Broncos are acquiring Super Bowl-winning QB Russell Wilson from the Seattle Seahawks in one of the largest trades in NFL history.
Blockbuster: After weeks of negotiations, in one of the largest trades in NFL history, the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos have agreed to terms for a deal involving Super-Bowl winning QB Russell Wilson, sources tell ESPN.
Trade is pending a physical and Wilson’s approval. pic.twitter.com/oRFDV8Ehyx
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2022
Denver acquiring Russell Wilson has nothing to do with the Aaron Rodgers' decision to return to Green Bay. Denver general manager George Paton initiated trade talks with Seattle for Wilson at least two weeks ago, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2022
While total compensation is unclear, Drew Lock will reportedly be included in the deal, as will fan favorite Shelby Harris and multiple draft picks.
More compensation for Seattle: Seahawks get back talented DL Shelby Harris, whom Denver considers a locker-room leader, along with QB Drew Lock…and multiple picks.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2022
What a historic day in Broncos Country!
(Update 12:15 p.m.):
Longtime NFL reporter Dov Kleiman is reporting Broncos tight end Noah Fant will be included in the deal and also has details on the draft compensation.
Trade details:
The #Broncos are trading two 1st round picks, two 2nd round picks, a 5th round pick, QB Drew Lock, DL Shelby Harris and another player.#Seahawks are trading QB Russell Wilson and a 4th round pick.
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) March 8, 2022
Trade details:
The #Broncos are trading two 1st round picks, two 2nd round picks, a 5th round pick, QB Drew Lock, DL Shelby Harris and another player.#Seahawks are trading QB Russell Wilson and a 4th round pick.
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) March 8, 2022
It’s a lot of assets, but the QB drought since Peyton Manning retired is finally over.
