After weeks of speculation, Denver Broncos announced Monday that they will officially release the midfielder Russell Wilson when the new NFL league year begins on March 13.
So where will the once great midfielder land?
One team that is expected to be active in the veteran quarterback market is Pittsburgh Steelworkerswho face uncertainty at the position after their offense struggled in 2023 with Kenny Pickett, Mitch Trubisky And Mason Rudolph below the center.
Man of Steel has also been connected to Justin Fields.
But what do the odds say when we know Wilson will definitely leave Denver?
The Steelers remain the clear betting favorites to land Wilson. In fact, their odds only improved after Monday’s news.
After the Steelers Wilson’s landing odds changed dramatically from +1400 to -110 in February, they shortened it further to -200 once his departure from Denver became certain. The Las Vegas Raiders also saw a big change in odds, as their odds shortened from +600 in February to +275 on Monday.
Let’s dive into the updated odds at DraftKings Sportsbook: *
Pittsburgh Steelers, -200 (bet $10 to win $15 total)
Las Vegas Raiders+275 (bet $10 to win total $37.50)
Atlanta Falcons+400 (bet 10 USD to win a total of 50 USD)
New England Patriots+750 (bet $10 to win $85 total)
Minnesota Vikings+1000 (bet $10 to win $110 total)
Commander Washington+2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total)
Tennessee Titans+3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)
New York Giants+3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total)
Chicago Bear+3000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)
* Odds as of March 4, 2024
Russell Wilson will be released after two seasons with the Broncos
Despite still having success during the regular season, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin struggled to find a replacement. Ben Roethlisberger that could elevate his team in the playoffs.
The Steelers have been eliminated in the first round in their last three playoff appearances and may be looking to pivot away from Pickett, the 2022 No. 20 overall pick.
According to an NFL insider“We knew that Pittsburgh was going to go out and get some type of quarterback… whoever that was Ryan Tannehillwhether it’s Russell Wilson or whether it’s Justin Fields.”
Wilson’s experiment in Denver was nothing short of disappointing, as the nine-time Pro Bowler struggled to find his former magic during his two years as a Bronco, and the team just missed the playoffs continued for the eighth consecutive season.
Why Russell Wilson for the Steelers could work
Denver’s acquisition of Super Bowl-winning head coach Sean Payton was seen as a last-ditch effort to “fix” Wilson. And although Wilson posted better numbers than in his first season with the Broncos under former head coach Nathaniel Hackett, Payton ultimately benched Wilson at quarterback. reserve. Jarrett Stidham at the end of the season.
However, Colin herds cows believes Wilson could be a good fit for Tomlin and new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith in Pittsburgh.
“Russell Wilson is refined, he wins, he is efficient and precise,” Cowherd said above cattle. “He’s a defined player. We know what he is. He’s not in his prime, but he’s not far beyond that either. Steelers, frankly speaking on offense , can use his commitment, can use his maturity, can use his experience and can use his accuracy. … He doesn’t turn the ball over a lot, he can play within a system and also make some improv moves. When Russell came to Denver, he was seen as a savior. That’s not what he is here. Pittsburgh’s wins with Kenny Pickett . They don’t need a savior.”
Denver now faces an $85 million cap hit over the next two seasons, by far the highest in NFL history.
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