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Crisis Manager Sean Payton Offers A One-Stop Solution To Russell Wilson

Published 12/27/2022, 11:30 AM EST

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The Denver Broncos were involved in an absolute thumping on the 26th of December. While they were on the receiving end of a 37-point loss against the Rams. Things have officially gone from bad to worse. The team even parted ways with head coach Nathaniel Hackett, who had a record of 4-11 as an HC. However, fans and experts are all aware that he is not the only problem in Denver right now. Their $242 million quarterback, Russell Wilson, has had an awful start to life as a Bronco. But now, he seems to have a great new advisor in Sean Payton.

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Wilson threw 3 interceptions against 1 touchdown in his last game. The former Seattle Seahawks player does not look like his former self at all. Fortunately for him, Super Bowl-winning head coach Sean Payton has offered his advice to help the QB get on the right path. Talking to Colin Cowherd on the subject, the former Saints coach proposed a solution that might need a little time. “You correct flaws immediately,” added Payton. “Then we don’t worry about how long the process will take.”

Sean Payton reveals his Masterplan for Russ

He proceeded to lay out his complete plan for the 34-year-old NFL star. “In other words, I’d wanna cut up of all Russell’s past plays of 30 or more yards from the field and I’d wanna see are there some schemes that he felt very comfortable with.” He further explained, “Then id wanna look at another film of his red zone touchdown passes inside the 20. So what I’m asking for from the assistants, I’m asking for some of his greatest hits and to make sure we have those song lyrics available. If not, let’s put ’em in.”

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Following Monday’s blow-out loss to the Rams, Russ posted his worst QB rating (54.3) for the season. The 33-year-old quarterback has also created a record he wished he did not.

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He has seen the biggest decline in passer rating for QB in his first season with a new team. Although he has some weapons in Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton, the Broncos currently have the worst offense in the league.

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Watch this story: One line from Russell Wilson’s tribute to his father shows the QB has a heart full of love. 

Payton is currently the odds-on favorite to replace Hackett, followed closely by Dan Quinn. However, there are no concrete reports about the next move by the organization. However, Mike Klis, a Broncos insider, has named multiple big names in addition to the current Denver defensive coordinator, Ejiro Evero.

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Avinash Singh

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Avinash Singh is an NFL author for EssentiallySports. He has honors in Economics from Amity University, Noida. His favorite player is Tom Brady, as he credits the GOAT and his story for making him a fan of the sport.
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Gurjyot Singh Dadial