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Broncos QB 1 Russell Wilson scored a five-year contract extension in September. It was for $245 million. However, the star athlete had a disappointing season so far. One of his pass errors led to an OT loss against the Colts. The superstar appeared with a dejected look at a presser.

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Later on, Wilson posted a motivational quote by former British PM Winston Churchill on Twitter. It read, “If you’re going through hell, keep going”. The intention was to keep the spirit high when going through a low point. However, several NFL fans reacted to his tweet not in a good taste, after he failed to fire, so far in the NFL.  

This user warned Russell Wilson.

A fan posted an image.

 

Another user posted a meme.

This user also had a funny response.

So did this user.

A user posted a humorous cartoon.

 

How did Russell Wilson perform this season?

After 5 weeks, Wilson is yet to really kick off. He is averaging 250.8 yards per game passing. The superstar only recorded four touchdowns to three interceptions. He registered career lows in completion percentage (59.4) and QB passer rating (82.8).

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The Broncos are now 2-3 in the new season. With 15 points per game, they are the second-worst scoring offense in the NFL. Their latest loss against Colts did not go well with the fans, and many of them walked out before the start of the OT. As a result, many fans went against Wilson on Twitter.

Another fan pointed out Wilson’s tweeting activity.

A user asked him to retire.

 

Another user shared something serious.

This user too joined the party.

This fan shared a hilarious reaction.

 

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What is next for Wilson?

The star QB suffered an injury at the beginning of the second quarter against Las Vegas. He is yet to fully recover from it. However, the 33-year-old will play for the Broncos in the next game, despite not being 100 percent fit. Broncos next meet the Chargers.

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They had to play two games, in five days, last week. Hence, Russell Wilson and Co have got a bigger break to prepare for the next game. Earlier, in a presser, the superstar admitted that he has let the team down. The Professor will eye an improved show and make the season count. 

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