On Tuesday, March 8, news broke that , the 33-year old athlete , will be traded to Denver Broncos. had been with the Seahawks for 12 seasons.
Wilson's decision to relocate was surprising to many because he had a no trade clause in his contract. NFL Network reports that Wilson, an Ohio native, will waive his clause in order to move to Denver.
The Broncos agreed to trade their current quarterback Drew Lock, as well as tighten Noah Fant, and defensive lineman Shelby Harris in the deal, ESPN reported Tuesday.
To secure Wilson, the franchise will likely give up two draft picks in the first round, two second-round selections and one fifth-rounder to the Seahawks.
However, the negotiations are ongoing because , the nine-time Pro Bowl quarterback, cannot conclude any agreement before the new league year starts on Wednesday, March 16.
Wilson was drafted in 2012 by the Seahawks. He previously expressed his desire to stay in Washington, after his disappointing 7-10 record at 2021-2022.
"We've always believed I would be there," said the former player at the University of Wisconsin at a press conference later in the year. "It's always been my goal to win multiple Super Bowls. My plan is to be there and accomplish that. Every day is a gift. You just have to enjoy it.
Although he may not have intended to play for another team in his career, the professional athlete has two children and a wife Ciara. He has been vocal about his commitment to the sport even into his 40s.
Wilson stated that if you want to keep playing as long as possible, then it is worth spending approximately $1 million each year to stay fit. "For me, mentality and focus are key. You have to surround yourself with that.
The Super Bowl champion said it was an "amazing journey", for him as a football player.
Wilson's decision not to move to Denver follows the confirmation by Aaron Rodgers of his intention to remain as a Green Bay Packers quarterback .
The 38-year old athlete wrote, "Hey everybody, just wanted to clear some up," "YES, I will play with the @packers next season, but reports about me signing an agreement are incorrect, as well as the terms of the contract I supposedly signed. "I'm excited to be back in #year18."
After Tom Brady, Rodgers and Wilson are the two most senior quarterbacks of the NFL. Wilson was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' leader for two seasons. Ben Roethlisberger, the Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger and Tom Brady played for the New England Patriots 20 years.
