Broncos QB Russell Wilson is struggling with a hamstring injury. As a result, the star player will sit out of the game against the Jets on Sunday. Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett will field Wilson’s backup QB, Brett Rypien for the key clash.
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Meanwhile, the 33-year-old has continuous encounters with injury. This setback has a major role in a season in which he has misfired. Nicknamed ‘The Professor’, Russell Wilson is not among the top-performing QBs in the league this year.
Brett Rypien will start for the Broncos.#BroncosCountry pic.twitter.com/iEQe9SuVMx
— Sunday Night Football on NBC (@SNFonNBC) October 22, 2022
The Broncos are struggling at 2-4, and have failed to score 20 points in five of their six games. As a result, the $245 million QB Russell Wilson’s absence evoked many reactions on Twitter.
This user spoke about the form of Wilson.
The fact that Brett Rypien starting instead of Russell Wilson only moved the line by half a point really says a lot.
— Brett Kollmann (@BrettKollmann) October 22, 2022
Meanwhile, a user expressed optimism.
I keep thinking we’ve seen the funniest wrinkle in the Russ/Broncos/Geno/Seahawks saga but man if we get a 30+ point Brett Rypien game on Sunday I will ascend to Valhalla
— Benjamin Solak (@BenjaminSolak) October 22, 2022
This is how a fan responded.
Absolutely must win. As a franchise you are alloted precisely ONE loss to Brett Rypien. #Jets already cashed that in. Get to 5-2.
— The Buffalo Jet Fan (@BuffaloJetFan) October 22, 2022
A user posted this hilarious reaction.
Brett Rypien entering the Broncos huddle as the starter: pic.twitter.com/TyELajG3oV
— Jordañ Loupe (@CantALoupe_FF) October 22, 2022
This fan has a prediction.
So the Broncos are gonna win and Brett Rypien is gonna end up having a solid game which opens up more Russ slander Lmao
— Michael 🇲🇽 (@MexicanCosFan) October 22, 2022
The fans seem eager to see their QB #2 start the game for a change.
What happened to Russell Wilson?
The star QB suffered an injury in the Monday OT loss to the Chargers. He was in genuine pain but hoped he would make a week 7 start against the Jets. Wilson jokingly made a Wolverine reference while talking about the injury.
“I’m feeling better. I’m feeling better every day, day by day. Obviously, it happened Monday night, but the good thing is I heal quickly. I don’t know — wolverine blood or whatever,” Wilson joked. “I’m getting better.” However, nothing seemed to have worked out in his favor.
This user posted a tweet.
Grim Reaper find anything yet? you've got silent 🦗🦗🦗🦗
— Taylor (@tayman47) October 23, 2022
A user made this interesting comment.
Russell Wilson gives Tom Cruise vibes
— Lucas 🧙🏼♂️ (@HiNamesLucas) October 23, 2022
One user posted this image.
— Dguru_NYJ_NYK_NYY (@Dguru79) October 23, 2022
A user pinned hopes on Brett.
I think they have a better chance with Brett than with a healthy Russell Wilson https://t.co/3BVXCDZ2Yn
— Ian Lewis (@IanLewis_16) October 23, 2022
This fan hoped Russell Wilson will start next week.
Russell Wilson will start next week.
— kandisnz🏳️🌈👭🇺🇦 (@kandisnz) October 23, 2022
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How Brett Rypien got ready for the game?
The 24-year-old practiced hard under the guidance of Hackett after the injury of the star player. The coach emphasized to the youngster that he will play the leading role and it could be a great opportunity.
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He reaffirmed his faith in the presser and added that Russell Wilson will be given time to get back after the injury. Meanwhile, Rypien has not taken to the media and has remained in practice. The Broncos are now ranked third in the AFC West. Their playoff hopes are still alive. However, Hackett’s men have to step up, as the clock is ticking.
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