Russell Wilson doesn’t say anything about Sean Payton, but he actually says it eloquently.
Wilson specifically omitted the Broncos’ head coach in his writing. farewell letter to the Broncos after the team announced they were parting ways with their quarterback.
In a lengthy message, the Super Bowl-winning quarterback specifically thanked or complimented: Broncos Country, his teammates, receivers Courtland Sutton, Jerry Jeudy, Tim Patrick, Brandon Johnson, and the offense. tackle Garrett Bolles and offensive linemen, running backs Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin, fullback Michael Burton and several Broncos staff or organization members.
Wilson did not mention Payton or the rest of the coaching staff, including offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi and quarterbacks coach Davis Webb, anywhere in his message.
However, Wilson thanked the staff for helping with the preparations.
“To everyone who helped me like Lamar and made sure I had all the film and cut-ups,” Wilson wrote. “To Harry and Cole – the best pre-game warm-up!”
It wouldn’t be surprising for Wilson to rule out Payton, especially considering how their relationship has deteriorated from an on-field standpoint.
After a disastrous season with Nathaniel Hackett, Wilson bounced back under Payton’s guidance, but Payton and the organization told Wilson he would be benched if he did not re-work his contract.
Payton ended up benching Wilson for the final two games of the season, and even removed Wilson from the sideline during a December game.
The Broncos are currently trying to find a quarterback that Payton can shape, but Payton is reportedly interested in Michigan’s JJ McCarthy.
Denver has the 12th pick in the draft and may have to move up to land one of their top prospects.
Wilson, 35, showed last year that he still has plenty left in him and could be a good fit for a team looking for a veteran presence or a one-year bond for a team developing a young quarterback. may be suitable for the position.
In her farewell message, Wilson wrote, “Tough times don’t last, but tough people do.” “God got me. I can’t wait to see what happens next.”
