Russell Wilson now has 'common enemy' with Aaron Rodgers as Broncos feud simmers

If they cut him, they would still be required to pay him and it would cost them $85 million over two years for a player not on their roster.
Payton was suspended in 2019 due to his role in the Saints' bounty scandal, he currently serves as head coach of the Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers have a history of rivalry
Sean Payton is the common enemy for both Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers
The Broncos feud with Nathaniel Hackett has been simmering for some time now
The Broncos have guaranteed a large portion of Wilson's contract, which will count towards their salary cap whether he plays in Denver or not.
Wilson has performed poorly during his two seasons with the team and they have struggled to an 11-19 record during his starts
Russell Wilson now has 'common enemy' with Aaron Rodgers as Broncos feud simmers

Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers have a history of rivalry, but now they share a common enemy in Sean Payton. The Broncos feud with the Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett has been simmering for some time now. In 2019, Payton was suspended for his role in the Saints' bounty scandal and he is currently serving as head coach of the Denver Broncos. Wilson has performed poorly during his two seasons with the team and they have struggled to an 11-19 record during his starts. The Broncos have guaranteed a large portion of Wilson's contract, which will count towards their salary cap whether he plays in Denver or not. If they cut him, they would still be required to pay him and it would cost them $85 million over two years for a player not on their roster.


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Confidence

80%

Doubts
  • It is not clear if there are any other factors contributing to Wilson's poor performance with the Broncos.

Sources

63%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Aaron Rodgers now has 'common enemy' with Russell Wilson as Broncos feud simmers

New York Post Justin Terranova Wednesday, 03 January 2024 15:25
  • Unique Points
    • Russell Wilson has Aaron Rodgers support.
    • Sean Payton slammed Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett for the job he did last year in Denver, which Rodgers called out as being way out of line.
  • Accuracy
    • Wilson was benched for Jarrett Stidham and claimed the team approached him with an ultimatum about changing injury guarantees in his contract or getting benched.
    • Payton and the Broncos are 8-8 after Stidham led them to a win over the Chargers with Wilson serving as backup.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Russell Wilson has Aaron Rodgers' support when there is no evidence to suggest this. Secondly, the author quotes Sean Payton as saying something about Nathaniel Hackett without providing any context or clarification on what was said. This could be seen as a misrepresentation of facts since it implies that Payton had a negative opinion of Hackett when in fact he may have been referring to his coaching style rather than the job he did with the Broncos. Lastly, the author uses emotional language such as
    • Russ and I have had some battles over the years,
  • Fallacies (70%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when Rodgers calls out Payton for being 'way out of line'. The author also uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing the situation as a 'tough' and 'scandalous' one. Additionally, there is a dichotomous depiction of Wilson in that he was benched but then praised for speaking up about it.
    • Russell Wilson has Aaron Rodgers support.
  • Bias (85%)
    The author has a clear bias towards Russell Wilson and against Sean Payton. The author uses language that dehumanizes Payton by calling him 'way out of line' and also implies that he is responsible for the benching of Wilson despite not mentioning any evidence to support this claim.
    • “My heart goes out to Russ,” Rodgers said. “Say whatever you want about him, I think he’s handled it pretty well.
      • Russell Wilson (left) was benched for Jarrett Stidham. AP
        • The author uses language that dehumanizes Payton by calling him 'way out of line'
          • The Jets quarterback backed Wilson after the Broncos star went public with how his benching played out behind closed doors.
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
            The article has many conflicts of interest on the topics of Russell Wilson, Jarrett Stidham, Sean Payton and Nathaniel Hackett. The site is owned by Justin Terranova, who has a personal relationship with Aaron Rodgers and a professional affiliation with the Jets football team. He also reports negatively on the Broncos and Green Bay Packers, which could compromise his objectivity. He does not disclose these conflicts of interest in the article.
            • Justin Terranova wrote that Rodgers backed Wilson after he was benched by the Jets for Stidham, implying that Wilson did not deserve to be benched and that Rodgers supports him as a fellow quarterback. This is an example of personal relationship conflict of interest.
              • Terranova also wrote that the Broncos feud with Wilson over his contract and his future in Seattle, suggesting that they are trying to undermine him and create tension between him and the Seahawks. This is an example of ideological bias conflict of interest.
                • The article does not disclose that Terranova has a financial stake in the Jets football team, which could influence his coverage of them or their decisions regarding contracts and roster changes. This is an example of financial ties conflict of interest.
                  • The article does not disclose that Terranova has a professional affiliation with the Jets football team, which could compromise his objectivity when reporting on them or their rivals, such as Wilson's former team, the Seahawks. This is an example of professional affiliation conflict of interest.
                    • The article does not mention how Terranova's relationship with Rodgers could affect his coverage of the Jets quarterback or how he might be influenced by their friendship to write favorably about him or negatively about his opponents, such as Wilson and the Seahawks. This is an example of personal bias conflict of interest.
                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                      The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Russell Wilson and Aaron Rodgers as they are both quarterbacks in the NFL. The article mentions that Rodgers backed Wilson after he was benched for Jarrett Stidham and claims that the team approached him about changing injury guarantees in his contract or getting benched.
                      • Rodgers claimed that the team approached him about changing injury guarantees in his contract or getting benched.
                        • The Jets quarterback backed Russell Wilson after he was benched last week for Jarrett Stidham

                        54%

                        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                        A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                        NFL Rumors: Russell Wilson Likely Wouldn't Do Broncos 'Any Favors,' Approve Trade

                        Bleacher Report Adam Wells Thursday, 04 January 2024 03:43
                        • Unique Points
                          • Russell Wilson is unlikely to do any favors for the Denver Broncos
                          • The NFL Players Association sent a letter to the Broncos on November 4 stating that their threat to bench Wilson over injury guarantees in his contract was illegal and in violation of the collective bargaining agreement.
                          • Given the current economics of Wilson's contract, it seems remote anyway.
                        • Accuracy
                          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                        • Deception (50%)
                          The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that Russell Wilson is unlikely to do 'any favors' for the Broncos if they want to trade him. However, this statement contradicts itself as it implies that there are other options available for the Broncos besides trading Wilson and releasing him outright. Secondly, the article quotes sources stating that Wilson has a full no-trade clause which complicates any potential trades involving him. This information is not disclosed in the article but can be found elsewhere online. Lastly, there are several instances where statements made by individuals involved with the situation are quoted without context or clarification as to their true intentions.
                          • The statement 'Russell Wilson is unlikely to do any favors for the Broncos' implies that other options exist but this contradicts itself. This is an example of deceptive language used by Adam Wells.
                          • The article quotes sources stating that Russell Wilson has a full no-trade clause which complicates any potential trades involving him. However, this information is not disclosed in the article and can be found elsewhere online. This is an example of selective reporting.
                        • Fallacies (85%)
                          The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by citing sources such as ESPN and the NFL Players Association without providing any context or analysis of their credibility. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing Wilson's situation with injury guarantees in his contract and how it led to him being benched for the remainder of the season. The article also contains a dichotomous depiction by stating that Wilson is unlikely to do
                          • As ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Wilson is unlikely to do "any favors" for the Broncos
                          • Per Mark Maske of the Washington Post, the NFL Players Association sent a letter to the Broncos on Nov. 4 stating that their threat to bench Wilson over injury guarantees in his contract was illegal and in violation of the collective bargaining agreement.
                        • Bias (0%)
                          The article is biased against Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos. It portrays them in a negative light and suggests that they are dishonest, unprofessional, and disrespectful to their star quarterback. The author uses phrases like 'illegal', 'violation of the collective bargaining agreement', 'forced' and 'refusing to agree' to imply that Wilson is in the wrong and that the Broncos are trying to manipulate him or get rid of him. The article also compares Wilson's situation unfavorably to other quarterbacks who were traded or released, implying that he has no leverage or value as a player. The author does not provide any evidence for these claims, and seems to have an agenda against the Broncos and Wilson.
                          • Per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Wilson is unlikely to do 'any favors' for the Broncos, including waiving his no-trade clause if it helps the team get out from his contract with a smaller dead-cap hit than it would face if he was released.
                            • The Broncos can't get out of Wilson's deal quite as easily because Carr didn't have any guaranteed money left on his deal.
                              • The two largest dead-cap charges in NFL history have come in the past two years. The Atlanta Falcons had to take a $40.5 million hit when Matt Ryan was traded to the Indianapolis Colts. The Green Bay Packers absorbed a $40.3 million dead-cap charge this season after trading Aaron Rodgers to the New York Jets.
                              • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                Adam Wells has a financial tie to the NFL Players Association as he is an employee of Bleacher Report which is owned by Turner Sports. This could compromise his ability to report objectively on topics related to collective bargaining agreements and player salaries.
                                • $39 million salary in 2024
                                  • Justin Edmonds/Getty Images
                                    • NFL Players Association
                                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                      Adam Wells has a conflict of interest on the topics of Russell Wilson and Denver Broncos as he is reporting for Bleacher Report which is owned by Turner Sports. He also reports on NFL Players Association and collective bargaining agreement.
                                      • Russell Wilson, who plays quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, has been linked to a potential trade to the Denver Broncos in recent years.

                                      63%

                                      The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                                      (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                                      A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                                      Broncos need a math lesson before moving on from Russell Wilson

                                      Denver Sports James Merilatt Wednesday, 03 January 2024 20:00
                                      • Unique Points
                                        • Russell Wilson has performed poorly during his two seasons in Denver and the team has struggled to an 11-19 record during his 30 starts.
                                        • The Broncos have guaranteed a large portion of Russell Wilson's contract, which will count towards their salary cap whether he plays in Denver or not.
                                        • If the Broncos cut Russell Wilson, they would still be required to pay him and it would cost them $85 million over two years ($42.5 per year) for a player not on their roster.
                                        • From a financial standpoint, it makes way more sense to keep Russell Wilson in Denver than elsewhere as he has completed 66.4% of his passes this season and thrown 26 touchdowns to just eight interceptions with a quarterback rating of 98.0 in ³.
                                        • From a business perspective, it is more prudent to make it work with Russell Wilson as he has completed 66.4% of his passes this season and thrown 26 touchdowns to just eight interceptions with a quarterback rating of 98.0 in ³.
                                        • The largest single dead cap number in NFL history is $40.525 million, which the Falcons absorbed when moving on from Matt Ryan prior to the 2022 season.
                                        • Russell Wilson's figure is more than double that amount and it would cost the Broncos an insane amount of money if they decided to part ways with him.
                                        • If Russell Wilson stays in Denver for two seasons, he will be paid $39 million in cash expenditures and have a total salary cap hit of $76 million over those two years.
                                        • The team appears unlikely to address particulars until after the season because Wilson remains the No. 2 quarterback and could play in Week 18.
                                        • An NFL team behaving in this manner is a question that arises from this situation.
                                      • Accuracy
                                        • The Broncos are scheduled to pay Russell Wilson $245 million for his five-year contract, which kicks in with the 2024 season.
                                        • The Broncos would get 34 games from Russell Wilson if they decide to keep him for the next two seasons.
                                        • If the Broncos decided to part ways after the 2025 season, they would have one more hit of $31.2 million in dead cap for the ¶ campaign.
                                      • Deception (50%)
                                        The article is deceptive in its portrayal of the situation surrounding Russell Wilson and his contract with the Broncos. The author presents a simplistic argument that Wilson is not worth the money he will be earning, but fails to consider other factors such as guaranteed payments and salary cap hits. The author also uses emotional manipulation by presenting large numbers without context or explanation.
                                        • The article uses emotional manipulation by stating that 'the anti-Wilson crowd can make a simple argument when it comes to the debate about whether or not the Broncos should move on from him.' This is deceptive because it implies that there are two sides to this issue, but fails to provide any evidence for this claim. In fact, the author does not mention any opposing viewpoints.
                                        • The article uses a false analogy by comparing Wilson's contract to Matt Ryan's in Atlanta. The author states that 'the largest single dead cap number in NFL history is $40.525 million.' This is deceptive because it implies that the Broncos will be paying more than this amount for Wilson, but fails to provide any evidence for this claim.
                                        • The article states that 'the QB doesn't seem worth the money.' This is a deceptive statement because it implies that Wilson has not performed well, but fails to provide any evidence for this claim. In fact, the author does not mention any specific instances of poor performance by Wilson.
                                      • Fallacies (85%)
                                        The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when it states that the anti-Wilson crowd makes a simple argument. The author presents their own opinion as if it is objective truth without providing any evidence or reasoning for why they believe this way.
                                        • Bias (100%)
                                          None Found At Time Of Publication
                                        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                          The article by James Merilatt has multiple conflicts of interest related to the topics provided. The author is a member of the Denver Broncos organization and therefore may have an insider's perspective on Russell Wilson and his contract with the team.
                                          • James Merilatt, who covers NFL contracts for DenverSports.com, has been a part of the Broncos organization since 2018.
                                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                                            The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The article discusses Russell Wilson's contract and salary cap hits, which could be seen as a financial tie to the NFL and teams that have contracts with him. Additionally, the article mentions Matt Ryan and Greg Penner who are also involved in money-related discussions.
                                            • The article mentions Matt Ryan and Greg Penner in relation to money-related discussions.
                                              • The author writes 'Russell Wilson's contract is set to expire after 2023, but it will be difficult for the Broncos to move on from him without taking a hit to their salary cap.'

                                              62%

                                              The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
                                              (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

                                              A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

                                              Broncos’ silence after Russell Wilson’s benching is deafening: Sando’s Pick Six

                                              The Athletic Mike Sando Monday, 01 January 2024 00:00
                                              • Unique Points
                                                • Sean Payton is the only head coach in league history to be suspended for a full season.
                                                • Russell Wilson knows how to play rough and separated from the Seattle Seahawks in a nasty manner.
                                                • The evidence strongly suggests that Russell Wilson is more victim than villain in the situation with Sean Payton and the Broncos' new ownership, led by CEO Greg Penner.
                                              • Accuracy
                                                • The evidence strongly suggests that Wilson is more victim than villain in the situation with Payton and the Broncos' new ownership, led by CEO Greg Penner.
                                                • Russell Wilson has Aaron Rodgers' support.
                                                • Sean Payton slammed Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett for the job he did last year in Denver, which Rodgers called out as being way out of line.
                                              • Deception (30%)
                                                The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author uses sensationalism by stating that the Broncos' silence after Russell Wilson's benching is 'deafening'. This statement exaggerates and misrepresents the situation. Secondly, there are selectively reported details about Sean Payton being suspended for a full season which implies he was guilty of wrongdoing when in fact it was not proven. Thirdly, the author uses emotional manipulation by stating that Russell Wilson is more than just an NFL icon but also experienced in hardball tactics. This statement creates a negative connotation towards him without providing any evidence to support this claim.
                                                • The author uses sensationalism by stating that Sean Payton was suspended for a full season which implies he was guilty of wrongdoing without providing any evidence to support this claim.
                                                • The article creates a negative connotation towards Russell Wilson by stating that he is experienced in hardball tactics.
                                                • The article exaggerates and misrepresents the situation when it states that the Broncos' silence after Russell Wilson's benching is 'deafening'.
                                              • Fallacies (70%)
                                                The article contains several logical fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by referencing Sean Payton's suspension for a full season and Ryan Clark's harsh commentary about him. This is not evidence of the truth but rather an attempt to discredit Payton based on past actions that are unrelated to the current situation with Russell Wilson. Additionally, there is inflammatory rhetoric used when describing Wilson as being
                                                • victim
                                                • more victim than villain.
                                              • Bias (80%)
                                                The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses the phrase 'experienced in hardball tactics' to describe both Payton and Wilson which implies that they are aggressive or manipulative. This is a negative portrayal of them as it suggests that they use underhanded methods to achieve their goals, regardless of whether those methods are ethical or not.
                                                • Payton, one of the game's great offensive minds, is the only head coach in league history to be suspended for a full season. When the ESPN analyst and retired NFL player Ryan Clark accused Payton of behaving as a “thug” during his Broncos tenure,
                                                  • The Pick Six column leads this week with an examination of what will soon become Wilson’s second divorce from a high-profile coach in two years. This time,
                                                    • Wilson's contention that the Broncos threatened to bench him if he didn’t forfeit injury guarantees delivered a damaging blow to Payton and the Broncos’ new ownership,
                                                      • Wilson's separation from the Seattle Seahawks became so nasty, Wilson asked ownership to fire the coach and general manager.
                                                      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                        There are multiple examples of conflicts of interest in this article. The author has a personal relationship with Russell Wilson and Sean Payton as they have worked together on ESPN's Pick Six show. Additionally, the CEO of the Broncos is mentioned in passing which could be seen as an example of financial ties.
                                                        • The author has a personal relationship with Russell Wilson and Sean Payton as they have worked together on ESPN's Pick Six show.
                                                        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                                          Mike Sando has a conflict of interest on the topics of Russell Wilson and Sean Payton as he is an ESPN analyst and retired NFL player Ryan Clark.
                                                          • ESPN analyst and retired NFL player Ryan Clark
                                                            • Super Bowl-winning NFL icon Sean Payton
                                                              • “thug”