Treehugger Posted April 13, 2007 Share Posted April 13, 2007 Wilson sets news conference to thank Denver fans By John Clayton ESPN.com Denver Broncos linebacker Al Wilson scheduled a news conference Friday to announce he is being released by the Denver Broncos after eight seasons, sources said. Wilson called a 4 p.m. ET meeting with the media in Denver to discuss his future, which will not include the Broncos, the team that made him a No. 1 draft choice in 1999 and allowed him to grow into the leadership role on playoff caliber defenses. Wilson leaves the Broncos as a four-time Pro Bowl player and one of the top defenders in franchise history. Last month, the Broncos tried to trade him to the New York Giants for a third-round choice. That trade didn't happen because he failed a physical. He had back problems last year along with a thumb injury. Wilson's rights returned to the Broncos, who were, at the time, seemingly willing to keep him on the roster. With a $5.2 million salary and a $600,000 roster bonus, Wilson didn't fit into the Broncos salary cap after a busy offseason. His release will save the Broncos $1.63 million. Wilson wanted to hold a press conference to thank the Broncos and the fans for their support through his NFL career. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishgutmartyr Posted April 13, 2007 Share Posted April 13, 2007 Wilson sets news conference to thank Denver fans By John Clayton ESPN.com Denver Broncos linebacker Al Wilson scheduled a news conference Friday to announce he is being released by the Denver Broncos after eight seasons, sources said. Wilson called a 4 p.m. ET meeting with the media in Denver to discuss his future, which will not include the Broncos, the team that made him a No. 1 draft choice in 1999 and allowed him to grow into the leadership role on playoff caliber defenses. Wilson leaves the Broncos as a four-time Pro Bowl player and one of the top defenders in franchise history. Last month, the Broncos tried to trade him to the New York Giants for a third-round choice. That trade didn't happen because he failed a physical. He had back problems last year along with a thumb injury. Wilson's rights returned to the Broncos, who were, at the time, seemingly willing to keep him on the roster. With a $5.2 million salary and a $600,000 roster bonus, Wilson didn't fit into the Broncos salary cap after a busy offseason. His release will save the Broncos $1.63 million. Wilson wanted to hold a press conference to thank the Broncos and the fans for their support through his NFL career. hmmm...I wonder if he suddenly passes our physical... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*SDMF* Posted April 13, 2007 Share Posted April 13, 2007 hmmm...I wonder if he suddenly passes our physical... I doubt it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sephiroth Posted April 13, 2007 Share Posted April 13, 2007 Who cares? If we wanted him here, he'd be here already. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boohyah Posted April 14, 2007 Share Posted April 14, 2007 Like Fish says, perhaps he takes a second physical, hey we told Plax we didn't want him either. He's absolutely worth a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightFire Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 Who cares? If we wanted him here, he'd be here already. But now he doesn't cost a draft pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reaper Posted April 15, 2007 Share Posted April 15, 2007 I hope the Giants do go after him now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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