Broncos QB Wilson says he was asked to adjust contract
>> As quarterback Russell Wilson explains it, his job was in jeopardy nearly two months ago and after the Denver Broncos' biggest win.
It was then, during the bye week following a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs on Oct. 29, Wilson said he was facing an ultimatum from the team: Adjust his contract or risk being benched.
A disappointed Wilson spoke to the media Friday after practice for the first time since being demoted earlier in the week by coach Sean Payton.
Soon after helping Denver end a 16-game skid against the defending Super Bowlchampion Chiefs, he said he was approached about the structure of his deal. Wilson signed a five-year, $245 million contract extension last year that kicks in next season. He has a clause where there's a roster guarantee for $37 million if he doesn't pass a physical on the fifth day of the 2024 league year in March.
Wilson was reticent to sign off on anything concerning
his contract given the constant threat of injuries. He's been sacked 45 times this season and 55 times last season.
Payton said he wasn't privy to the discussions that may have been conducted by the front office and general manager George Paton when asked about the contract situation involving Wilson.
BROWNS WR MOORE HOSPITALIZED OVERNIGHT >> Cleveland Browns wide receiver
Elijah Moore was hospitalized overnight after suffering a concussion on Thursday night in a playoffclinching win over the New York Jets.
Moore, who had a touchdown reception in the second quarter, got hurt when his head got slammed facemask first into the turf on a tackle after a 22-yard gain.
The 23-year-old Moore appeared to be knocked unconscious, and after he rolled onto his back, his body began to twitch involuntarily as he laid on the ground. Moore was eventually helped to his feet by team personnel and escorted to the sideline medical tent. He was then taken to the locker room for evaluation and treatment.
Browns coach Kevin Stefanski said that Moore is “doing better.”
JACOBS A GAME-DAY DECISION FOR RAIDERS >> Raiders running back Josh Jacobs will be a game-day decision when Las Vegas visits the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.
Jacobs has missed the past two games with a quadriceps injury.
JAGUARS RULE OUT QB LAWRENCE >> Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence will miss the first game of his professional career because of a sprained throwing shoulder.
Lawrence was a spectator at practice all week and was officially ruled out for the team's home finale against Carolina (2-13). C.J. Beathard will make his first start in three years Sunday in what's become a mustwin game for the Jaguars (8-7).