Broncos' Chris Harris Jr. Takes Shot at Russell Wilson Following Trade Rumors
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In a surprising twist of events, Denver Broncos Super Bowl champion Chris Harris Jr. took a shot at quarterback Russell Wilson in light of recent trade rumors surrounding wide receiver Jerry Jeudy. The Broncos reportedly agreed to trade Jeudy to the Cleveland Browns, prompting Harris to express his thoughts on the matter.
Harris, who played a pivotal role in the Broncos' Super Bowl win over the Carolina Panthers, voiced his opinion on social media, posting, "Yall people really think Jeudy Trash lol it's hard to play when your QB misses you every week." The statement hinted at the struggles the Broncos offense faced during the previous season.
Speculation had been swirling throughout the 2023 season that Wilson was disregarding Jeudy during games. By December, it was apparent that Jeudy had been targeted significantly less than his teammate Courtland Sutton. Jeudy finished the season with 87 targets, while Sutton had 90. These statistics fueled the rumors of Wilson's alleged neglect towards Jeudy.
As the Broncos kicked off their offseason, they made significant moves in response to their disappointing season. The team announced their intent to release Wilson after just two seasons, despite previously giving him a contract extension following his acquisition from the Seattle Seahawks.
Additionally, reports emerged suggesting that Denver had agreed to trade Jeudy to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for multiple draft picks. However, the deal was not expected to be finalized until Wednesday, when the new league year begins.
Jeudy had a productive season for the Broncos, recording 54 catches for 758 yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Wilson accumulated 3,070 passing yards and 26 touchdown passes, playing in nearly all of the team's games in 2023.
With the trade rumors, roster changes, and controversy surrounding Wilson's rapport with Jeudy, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact the Broncos' upcoming season. The team will undoubtedly be closely watched as they navigate through the offseason and make critical decisions for their future success.