Russell Wilson commerce winds: Bears’ high QB precedence is buying Seahawks celebrity, per report

The Chicago Bears have by no means had a quarterback throw for 4,000 yards or 30 landing passes in a season, the one franchise within the NFL to carry this doubtful feat. No surprise they plan to make a tough push for Russell Wilson if he turns into out there.

Chicago will cease at nothing to land Wilson in a commerce kind the Seattle Seahawks. Per Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune, the Bears have prioritized making a run at Wilson — as Chicago is among the 4 groups Wilson would favor a commerce to if Seattle had been to deal him away. The New Orleans Saints, Dallas Cowboys, and Las Vegas Raiders are the opposite groups Wilson would favor a commerce to — however Chicago is the franchise in probably the most determined want of a quarterback amongst the 4. 

New Orleans (at present) has Drew Brees — who hasn’t introduced his retirement — however the Saints have a big quantity of wage cap house to clear. The Cowboys are attempting to work out a long-term take care of Dak Prescott, however may enter the sweepstakes if talks fall by means of. The Raiders have proven help for Derek Carr, who they’ve below contract. That leaves Chicago because the franchise that would pay a king’s ransom to get Wilson out of Seattle. 

Wilson has reportedly stated he want to keep in Seattle, however has been pissed off over the variety of sacks he has endured all through his profession. He has been sacked 394 instances in his first 9 seasons, probably the most for any quarterback since 1970 (Randall Cunningham is second with 366). Regardless of all of the hits, Wilson has the second-most passing touchdowns (267) throughout that nine-year run — trailing solely Peyton Manning. He additionally has the fifth-most passing yards (33,946), and second-highest passer score (101.7). 

The 32-year-old is coming off a superb season, finishing 68.8% of his passes for 4,212 yards and 40 touchdowns to only 13 interceptions for a 105.1 passer score. The seven-time Professional Bowl choice gained a Tremendous Bowl in simply his second season with the Seahawks.

Wilson will command a hefty price ticket on the commerce market, however getting a franchise quarterback for a number of seasons is value it — particularly for a crew determined for a star quarterback like Chicago.