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Are the Denver Broncos already laying framework for Russell Wilson's departure?
Even though Russell Wilson is only entering his second season as the Denver Broncos' quarterback, is the team laying the framework for his departure? An obviou
Payton has already figured out what's what with his current starting QB. It's not hard to read between the lines of his quoted praise for his #2, being intentional in pointing out how smart he is at the LOS and more, to see that he's sending a very clear message about what he expects from the qb position.
From the article:
"...We like the player. I think he played well in the two starts he had (last season) -- if you study closely the San Francisco game, he's smart at the line of scrimmage. There were a handful of No. 2s that either I had worked with or we felt comfortable with, but in this case, I think it's a No. 2 (where) his arrow's moving in a direction where we feel like he can become an NFL starter in our league. So the evaluation was pretty crystal clear for all of us," Payton continued. "I think he's someone that's gonna be great in the room. He's smart. And so, quietly, that was an important (signing) for us."
Those are no small words for a new HC to toss at a player who should be nothing more than a clipboard holder for your current franchise, future HOFer, savior of the franchise guy. In the same way PC heaped praise on Geno for being 'coachable' when asked about what sets him apart, Payton identifying Stidims ability to diagnose plays is a reference to one of Russ's now undeniable weaknesses, and a not-so-veiled critique.
In a vacuum, you could argue he's just trying to pump up his new hire. But given the comments, insinuations he's already dropped... its going to be interesting to see how much leash he gives Russ.