Back to the Seattle Seahawks Newsfeed

Broncos release Russell Wilson just two years after massive trade with Seahawks

The Denver Broncos acquired Russell Wilson in a mountain-moving trade that ended in only two seasons of work for Wilson as quarterback. On Monday, the team notified Russ that he will not play for Denver next season.

As part of the move, the Broncos set the record for the most dead cap space associated with one player. They doubled the previous number.

We’ve notified QB Russell Wilson that he will be released after the league year begins March 13.

A statement from GM George Paton and HC Sean Payton: pic.twitter.com/EJO5mNMjew— Denver Broncos (@Broncos) March 4, 2024

Largest dead cap hits in NFL history:
Russell Wilson ($85M)
Matt Ryan ($40.