ENGLEWOOD COLO. — His return to Seattle in the first regular-season game of the season with the Denver Broncos In just days, the quarterback Russell Wilson The confirmation was made Thursday Seahawks He had tried to trade him in 2018 and stated that he didn’t think his skills had diminished as he enters his 11th season.
The Broncos’ March blockbuster deal to acquire Wilson — five draft picks including two first-round and two second-round selections as well as three players — was one the most significant league-altering moves.
Wilson said that the Seahawks tried to trade Wilson before he went on the practice field. Wilson’s time with the Seahawks included nine Pro Bowl selections and two Super Bowl starts. He also won one Super Bowl victory. In an ESPN story Published earlier this week, Seattle’s attempt at trading Wilson before the 2018 draft was described.
Wilson stated that they did try to find out what was out there a few times. “It’s part the business, being professional and all other… “I believe in my talents and who I am. I consider myself to be one of the greatest in the world.”
Wilson also addressed anonymous criticisms that his skills had declined. Wilson was 33 years old when he did not play in the Broncos three preseason games. This will be Wilson’s first appearance in Denver’s offense.
Wilson said, “I don’t worry over all that stuff, people have opinions, thoughts and ideas. Everybody has their own rights to think what they like.” I know the entire story, the details, and how it ended.
“I think that you have to prove every year that (you’re the best)…. You want to make your career reflect the fact that you are the best in the entire world. I believe the first 10 years were a positive reflection. But there’s still so much to do.
Wilson was also asked about the reception he expected from Seahawks fans at the stadium. He replied that he doesn’t like to play this game with any chips on his shoulders.
Wilson stated, “Seattle always means the world to us.” “I loved it there. Like I said, it was a wonderful experience. I loved every minute of it.