Russell Wilson has successfully cleared the concussion protocol. After taking a scary tumble to the ground against the Chiefs, the QB stated that he was now feeling great. But the quarterback will not be playing in the Broncos’ next game. Despite getting the all-clear, the team has ruled him out and fans could not hold back their reactions to the news.
Wilson, who has become the NFL world’s favorite punching bag, is having a season he’d like to forget soon. The Broncos find themselves at a dismal 3-10. Dange-Russ has been less than mediocre this season. Alongside that, the team has one of the worst-rated offenses this year. Despite being medically cleared to play, the QB is going to sit out Denver’s clash against the Cardinals. Upon hearing this news, fans didn’t bother holding back from brutal honesty.
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The NFL world cannot dream of taking it easy on Russell Wilson
Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett stated that the organization decided to give Wilson another week so that he could be fully prepared to take on the LA Rams. Hackett also mentioned that the QB wasn’t too happy about the decision. The Broncos are doing what they think is best for themselves and Wilson.
Fans online weren’t as worried about Wilson. Adam Schefter, who tweeted about the Broncos’ decision to rule out Wilson, found an abundance of fans replying to his tweet. His tweet said, “Russell Wilson passed concussion protocol and wanted to play, but got overruled.”
This fan provided a hilarious response.
This is called being benched
— ElectionSZN (@BruinKuni) December 16, 2022
This user didn’t hold back
Only decent pass he’s had as a Bronco
— dragoindahse (@dragoindahse) December 16, 2022
Another fan mocks Wilson by saying
Damn they just like naw lil buddy we good just sit this one out. Go spend time with the fam and ride out somewhere for the holidays.
— ThaOnlyNezy4sho (@Thatboinezy) December 16, 2022
Another user chimed in saying
Best coaching decision Hackett has made this season.
— Marielle (@marielle922) December 16, 2022
This fan used the infamous catchphrase
"LET'S RIDE…the bench!"
— JoshWade (@dolphaninbos) December 16, 2022
The Broncos’ decision to sit Wilson out may have come from a place of concern for his health. After all, in cases like this, it’s better to be safe than sorry. But, fans could not waste an opportunity to troll the QB.
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Wilson and the Broncos are in for the long haul
According to coach Hackett, Wilson was unhappy about sitting out their next game. But the athlete took to Twitter and made a public proclamation. He tweeted, “Love this game. Love this team. Better Days Ahead.” Positive words from a reportedly dejected quarterback. While it is great to see that he is making positive affirmations for the future, Wilson has not shown his team any semblance of a good performance during the season.
The QB has faced criticism from fans in the NFL world. The Broncos Nation has perhaps lost faith in his reported abilities to lead them to victory. Russell Wilson was supposed to be the Broncos’ ticket to the offseason. When they extended a hefty contract to the shot caller, the Broncos were hoping for someone who will be worthy competition to divisional rival Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs. Did the Broncos set the bar too high or is Russell Wilson not as good anymore? Regardless, Wilson and the Broncos are in it for the long run. If they hope to do better next season, they’ve got their work cut out for them.
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