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Insider Exposes Shocking Depths Sean Payton Sunk to Make it Work With Russell Wilson
© Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports Insider Exposes Shocking Depths Sean Payton Sunk to Make it Work With Russell Wilson Denver Broncos fans had heard that it was bad between Sean Payton and Russell Wilson, but this bad? Author: Chad Jensen May 04, 2024 In this story: Denver Broncos Sean Payton Russell Wilson Pittsburgh Steelers The Russell Wilson era in the Mile High City ended with a whimper, despite its promising start. In his first year as Denver Broncos head coach, Sean Payton was a clear net-positive for Wilson, but he had to totally restructure his offense and simplify the scheme. Broncos fans have long heard rumors about the lengths Payton went to simplify things for Wilson — from the
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Denver Draft Picks
Bo
Nix
1
Rnd
12
Pk
QB
Position
- Draft Grade: F
- Pre-Draft Rank: 64
- School: Oregon
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 217
Expert Commentary
Quarterback thirst has officially gone too far. There’s simply no need for the Broncos to force this pick here. Bo Nix does not have the profile of the quarterback that’s going to save Denver. Bo Nix, Zach Wilson and Jarrett Stidham will battle it out this summer for the right to be the starter, but Nix is closer to being a backup in the NFL than a franchise starter.
Jonah
Elliss
3
Rnd
12
Pk
DE
Position
- Draft Grade: A
- School: Utah
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 248
Expert Commentary
The Broncos needed a pass rusher and Elliss is a great value at this point in the draft. He’s a high-floor guy who should be able to start right away.
Troy
Franklin
4
Rnd
2
Pk
WR
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 43
- School: Oregon
- Height: 6' 2"
- Weight: 176
Kris
Abrams-Draine
5
Rnd
10
Pk
DB
Position
- School: Missouri
- Height: 5' 11"
- Weight: 179
Audric
Estime
5
Rnd
12
Pk
RB
Position
- Pre-Draft Rank: 53
- School: Notre Dame
- Height: 5' 11"
- Weight: 221
Devaughn
Vele
7
Rnd
15
Pk
WR
Position
- School: Utah
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 210
Nick
Gargiulo
7
Rnd
36
Pk
OL
Position
- School: South Carolina
- Height: 6' 5"
- Weight: 318
AFC West Standings
| W | L | T | Pct | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 6 | 0 | .647 | |
| 8 | 9 | 0 | .471 | |
| 8 | 9 | 0 | .471 | |
| 5 | 12 | 0 | .294 |
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