Ex-Seahawks Star Russell Wilson Opts for Cowboys Bench Over Starting in Seattle

Jul 23, 2025

Dallas, TX – June 15, 2025, 03:49 PM +07

NFL insiders have been abuzz this offseason about the next move for veteran quarterback Russell Wilson, and the outcome has surprised many. The former Seattle Seahawks icon, now 36, has chosen a backup role with the Dallas Cowboys over a starting position with his old team, driven by personal motivation and a strategic pursuit of a championship.

Speculation peaked in May as Seattle, struggling post-Geno Smith’s expiring 2025 contract, offered Wilson a starting role with a two-year, $15 million deal to stabilize their offense. However, Wilson, released by Denver Broncos in March 2025 after a $85 million cap hit, opted for Dallas on a one-year, $8 million contract with $4 million guaranteed, per ESPN. He explained on The Pivot Podcast: “I’d rather mentor in Dallas than start in Seattle. The Cowboys have a winning culture, and I want to chase another ring with a team that’s close, not rebuild one that’s not.”

Wilson’s Seahawks tenure (2012-2021) was stellar—148 games, 37,299 passing yards, 292 touchdowns, and two Super Bowl appearances (XLVIII, XLIX win), earning nine Pro Bowls, per NFL.com. His Denver stint (11-19, finger and shoulder injuries) dimmed his star, but his leadership and 2024 preseason play (65% completion, 2 TDs) with Falcons showed resilience. Seattle’s offer was tempting, yet Cowboys’ 12-5 2024 season and Super Bowl aspirations under Brian Schottenheimer—Wilson’s former Seahawks OC (2018-2019)—swayed him.

Financially, Cowboys managed the $8 million hit with $42 million cap space, per Spotrac, behind Dak Prescott’s $36 million cap hit. Wilson’s backup role supports Prescott, easing pressure on a thin depth chart (Will Grier, Joe Milton III). His mentorship, honed through the Why Not You Foundation, aligns with Schottenheimer’s system, per DallasCowboys.com.

Fans on X reacted, with @CowboysNation posting, “Wilson’s wisdom boosts our title shot!” Seattle fans, however, lamented, “He chose glory over us.” Training camp begins July 25 in Oxnard, giving Wilson time to adapt. His health, monitored post-injury, remains key, but his focus on legacy over starting time reflects a calculated move.

Can Wilson’s experience propel Dallas to Super Bowl LX? As camp nears, his story adds intrigue. Stay tuned to ESPN for updates.

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Foxborough – November 20, 2025 The atmosphere ahead of Patriots vs. Bengals was already hot; it turned outright fiery when Olivia Holzmacher, Joe Burrow’s fiancée, sparked outrage with comments that struck at the pride of Patriots Nation. In a video that spread like wildfire, Olivia claimed the Bengals have had to face only strong teams all season, while the Patriots “benefited” from a softer schedule. She even openly agreed with Cam Newton’s remarks, unleashing a wave of fury across the New England community. Those words instantly became the center of social media, fueling heated arguments between the two fanbases. Patriots Nation saw it as a dismissal of the step-by-step rebuilding effort of a team on the rise. And at the height of the tension, Boston media immediately turned the spotlight to Drake Maye. The rookie who is becoming the new face of the franchise was expected to deliver a response strong enough yet classy enough to defend New England’s honor. Maye walked into the press conference with a calmness rare for a rookie. When asked directly about Olivia Holzmacher’s statement, he neither dodged nor attacked. Instead, he chose to speak in true New England fashion, full of grit and confidence. Then he delivered an emotional quote that experts called “maturity beyond his years” and that instantly spread throughout Patriots Nation. “I hear all the chatter, but New England doesn’t live off other people’s words. We work for each other, for this jersey, and for the people who stand behind this team every single day. If anyone wants to doubt the schedule or the value of the Patriots, we’ll answer the only way New England knows how, by winning on Sunday.” Right after that, he closed with the 12-word message that has become the rallying cry of the entire season: “We hear the noise we stay focused Patriots prove it on Sundays.” In that moment, Patriots Nation exploded. Maye’s message was printed on banners, flooded Instagram, and appeared at every tailgate like an oath of honor for New England. It was more than just a reply to Olivia Holzmacher; it was a declaration that the Patriots are reclaiming their identity. And with those twelve powerful words, Drake Maye officially stepped into the hearts of the fans as the new leader of New England.

Ex-Seahawks Star Russell Wilson Opts for Cowboys Bench Over Starting in Seattle

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