Ex-quarterback Russell Wilson will still have a $32 million cap hit for the Broncos in 2025 before moving completely off the books in 2026.
Former Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson hits free agency after a polarizing first season with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Wilson and Carroll—of course—spent 10 seasons together with the Seattle Seahawks from 2012 to '21, winning four NFC West titles, two NFC championships and Super Bowl XLVIII. There was reportedly some tension between the two down the stretch, and the QB was eventually traded to the Denver Broncos in 2022.
Russell Wilson's time in Denver ended after just two seasons. The passer arrived in the Mile High City with much fanfare following an All-Pro stint in
New coach Pete Carroll had a bitter ending with his longtime quarterback, but reuniting in Las Vegas is still a possibility.
Over the past few hours, the Raiders ended their searches for a general manager and head coach. Reports have John Spytek signing a five-year deal to become the next GM and Pete Carroll signing a three-year deal to become the next head coach.
While the future of the quarterback position in Pittsburgh is still up in the air, Russell Wilson knows where he wants to be for the foreseeable future. While making an appearance on ESPN’s “The Pat McAfee Show” on Wednesday,
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson was one of the NFL 's best signal-callers during his prime and has still proven to be a serviceable option for teams in need of a bridge at the position.
Russell Wilson could be headed for a reunion with Pete Carroll. After Carroll reportedly agreed to become the next head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders
With Pete Carroll heading to Las Vegas and Russell Wilson set to hit free agency, a reunion is possible this offseason.
Wilson earned Pro Bowl honors nine times during their run together, but since their split — the quarterback was traded to the Denver Broncos in March 2022 — neither he nor his former head coach have had much in the way of success to write home about.