Chicago Bears fans were amused by the thought that the franchise will acquire star defender Russell Wilson – even if it is unlikely to happen.
Wilson did not request a transaction from the Seattle Seahawks, but there were some tensions between the two sides. The Seahawks remain adamant that Wilson will be part of their plans in 2021, but anything can happen in the off-season.
There are four teams on Wilson’s radar – the Dallas Cowboys, the New Orleans Saints, the Las Vegas Raiders and the Bears. And while Chicago may not be the most attractive destination – given the uncertain future of Ryan Pace and Matt Nagy – Wilson would have loved the chance to return to a historic franchise like the Bears.
Someone who thinks Chicago would match Wilson is former bear receiver Brandon Marshall, someone who is close to the star defender.
“This is a guy who wants to win; I’ve never been around a better competitor. He wants to win and he wants to win in style. The Chicago Bears allow you to do that, “said Marshall First things first, via NBC Sports Chicago.
Marshall, who knows first-hand what it’s like to play in Chicago, argued why Wilson should come to the Bears. And he speaks from experience.
“I was there for 3 years. Amazing place! If you win there, you are iconic, “said Marshall. “This is an iconic franchise, they are right there at the top in all sports, probably in the top 10, in brands.
“So, you want to go there, you have a good defense and they will give you the keys. And I know they’ve already discussed this internally, what they can give up and what they’re willing to do to make Russell feel comfortable. “
Unfortunately, Marshall ranked the Bears last among the four teams on Wilson’s shortlist. But can we really blame him right now?
Although none of this would matter if Pace somehow landed Wilson, who would instantly be the best franchise defender in history. Make it happen, Pace.