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When this season was about to begin, the NFL world was expecting something big from the Orange Crush. Moreover, it was highly anticipated that after Sean Payton’s arrival, Russell Wilson and the team, Denver Broncos, would work wonders, unlike the previous year.

However, after witnessing two consecutive losses and preseason setbacks, it seems the Broncos and their quarterback have little reason to celebrate. Amidst this challenging start, Russell Wilson can find solace in the unwavering support of his wife, Ciara. She, like always, is sending her love and appreciation for Wilson’s achievements and efforts.

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Singer Ciara Wilson, a social media influencer who often updates her fans about her life and new albums, took to Instagram to share a story. However, this time, the story was not about herself but her husband. Despite the ongoing discussion about $245 million Russell Wilson’s recent performance, his wife Ciara had something worth celebrating. The Grammy winner shared a story of Wilson with the caption, “FIRST PLAYER IN NFL HISTORY TO REACH 40,000 PASS YDS AND 5,000 RUSH YDS.

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This remarkable accomplishment highlights Wilson’s dual-threat abilities throughout his illustrious career. Among the quarterbacks in NFL history, only Michael Vick and Cam Newton have more rushing yards than Wilson, 6,109 yards and 5,628 yards, respectively. After rushing for 56 yards against the Washington Commanders in Week 2, Russell Wilson achieved this title.

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However, despite this historic achievement, Wilson has faced criticism and underrated status over the past year. His recent successful Hail Mary pass, albeit controversial, led his team to a loss.

A controversial Hail Mary of the season?

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With three seconds left in the game and the Broncos trailing 35-27, they found themselves with one last desperate option: a Hail Mary pass from Russell Wilson. It was a make-or-break moment, and the entire city of Denver held its breath, hoping for a miracle. Wilson heaved the ball from midfield, and after a series of deflections, wide receiver Brandon Johnson miraculously caught it and scored, bringing the score to 35-33.

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The Broncos now had a chance to tie the game at 35-35 with a successful two-point conversion, but unfortunately, Wilson’s pass in the end zone was knocked down, resulting in a heartbreaking loss. Wilson’s performance drew criticism from Broncos fans, and even coach Sean Payton expressed dissatisfaction with both Wilson and the team’s overall performance.

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Wilson needs to not only work on his skills but also his leadership qualities as they prepare for their next game.

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