The Great Denver Broncos Fire Sale: A Not-So-Fond Look at the Russell Wilson Trade
The Denver Broncos. A team with a rich history, a passionate fanbase (mostly clad in orange), and a burning desire to return to the Super Bowl promised land. Enter Russell Wilson, a future Hall of Famer with a sparkling smile and a penchant for cooking up magic on the field. Surely, they thought, this was the missing ingredient! But to get their main course, Denver had to embark on a shopping spree that would make even Kim Kardashian blush. Let's take a hilarious (or maybe tearful, depending on your allegiance) look at what the Broncos gave up to land their (alleged) championship QB.
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The Ransom of the King
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Here's what Seattle walked away with, leaving Denver with a pile of "I Owe You"s:
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- Picks aplenty: We're talking two first-round picks, two second-round picks, and a fifth-round pick. That's like giving up your entire future draft capital for a bag of slightly-used footballs (allegedly signed by Peyton Manning... maybe).
- Quarterback on the Come Up (Maybe): Drew Lock, a young QB with potential (or at least a strong arm), got shipped off to the Pacific Northwest. Seahawks fans are still waiting for him to, well, do something noteworthy.
- Pass-Catching Powerhouse (Not Quite): Noah Fant, a talented tight end, also became a Seahawk. Did he light up Seattle? Let's just say their receiving corps is still a work in progress.
- Defensive Disruptor (Eh): Shelby Harris, a solid defensive tackle, joined the trade party. Seahawks fans might not even remember him by now.
The Aftermath: A Mixed Bag (Mostly Empty)
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So, how did this blockbuster trade pan out for the Broncos? Well, let's say the jury's still out (and hiding in a bunker). Russell Wilson hasn't exactly set the Mile High City on fire with his play, and the Broncos haven't sniffed the playoffs since the trade.
But wait, there's more! Denver, desperate to salvage the situation, recently released Wilson, taking the biggest dead cap hit in NFL history. Ouch. This whole situation has been a wild ride, folks.
How-To FAQ for Fans Still Reeling:
- How to move on? Focus on the bright side! At least you have beautiful mountains and legal weed (where applicable).
- How to drown your sorrows? There's a reason sports bars exist.
- How to avoid future heartbreak? Maybe invest in a good therapy session before the next big trade.
- How to get revenge on the Seahawks? Cheer loudly for any team playing against them.
- How to find humor in the situation? Read this article again. You're welcome.
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