Former Wisconsin Badgers QB Russell Wilson signs massive contract extension
According to a report from Adam Schefter, former Wisconsin Badgers quarterback Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos agreed to a massive five-year contract extension earlier this week.
Wilson, who began his career with the Seattle Seahawks, was traded to Denver in the offseason and is now the proud owner of a contract totaling $245 million. The agreement also includes $165 million guaranteed, tying the former fourth-round pick to the Broncos for the next seven seasons – running through 2028.
With an average salary of $49 million per year, Wilson has now become the second-highest-paid QB in the NFL, trailing only Packers back-to-back MVP Aaron Rodgers.
Although Wilson played just one season for Wisconsin (2011), he remains a folk hero and the gold standard of QB play in Madison.
Breaking: Broncos and Russell Wilson just reached agreement on a five-year, $245 million contract extension that includes $165 million guaranteed, sources tell ESPN.
Deal now ties Wilson to Denver for seven total years and $296 million. Another massive QB deal in the books. pic.twitter.com/uk6yelOL3j— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) September 1, 2022
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