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Despite the fact that the Denver Broncos paid tens of tens of millions of {dollars} for Russell Wilson to get off of their roster, Warren Moon says he is satisfied the quarterback is not washed … telling TMZ Sports activities this week there’s “no question, Russell can be very effective.”
Moon — a former Seattle Seahawk who stayed shut with the franchise in retirement — has seen the vast majority of Wilson’s profession up shut … and he appears certain that regardless of what the 35-year-old signal-caller has placed on tape these previous two seasons in Denver, he is nonetheless acquired juice left.
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Moon says, although, it’s going to take surrounding him with expertise — and offensive scheme — to carry that every one out.
In fact, there aren’t too many organizations with these traits who’re on the lookout for a quarterback in the mean time. Most have franchise guys they like — and those that do not seem poised to pick one of many prime QBs in subsequent month’s loaded draft.
Plus, guys like Kirk Cousins and Justin Fields seem like they could be accessible for QB-needy groups as effectively.
However, Moon says he thinks Wilson will land on his ft someplace … it simply may take a minute.
As for if he may see Wilson settling for a backup job in 2024 — Moon stated he does not assume that is a chance. He believes Wilson would simply maintain out till a beginning job opened up — just like what Joe Flacco did with the Browns final season.
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Former NFL govt Marc Ross additionally talked with us about Russ this week … and he says he isn’t so certain he’d wager on Wilson getting a beginning gig in ’24.
Wilson, in the meantime, will formally turn out to be a free agent subsequent week … and, reportedly, the Steelers have proven some curiosity in probably signing him.