Broncos release Russell Wilson after record dead money hit
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Denver Broncos parted ways with Russell Wilson, incurring an $85 million dead money hit, a record at the time. This decision, made in 2024, has since drawn attention due to the team's swift turnaround. The context surrounding this move indicates an attempt to reset the franchise's direction following Wilson's tenure. Further developments on the Broncos' roster changes and performance may follow as the offseason progresses.
- •Broncos released Russell Wilson in 2024.
- •The team incurred an $85 million dead money hit.
- •This decision was part of a larger reset for the franchise.
- •The team's performance has improved since the release.
- 12:11 PMESPN NFL — Did the Broncos' release of Russell Wilson change ...
"The Broncos took a then-record $85 million dead money hit by parting with Wilson in 2024, but their quick turnaround has turned heads.
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