Russell Wilson Benchings Spark Hall of Fame Debate Among Former Teammates

Russell Wilson's status as a future Hall of Fame quarterback is being questioned following his performance decline since leaving the Seattle Seahawks, as noted by Tony Gonzalez and Richard Sherman, who argue his struggles with the Broncos, Steelers, and now the Giants have overshadowed his earlier success. Despite this, some analysts like Greg Jennings believe Wilson's career merits Hall of Fame consideration, citing his past achievements including a Super Bowl appearance. Wilson himself remains committed to his current team, the New York Giants, expressing a strong desire to contribute and mentor rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart rather than seeking a trade. After being benched in favor of Dart following a poor start to the season, Wilson has embraced his new role and continues to focus on team success despite limited starting opportunities. Meanwhile, some voices, such as a columnist from the Yakima Herald, urge fans to remember Wilson's significant contributions to the Seahawks and consider him a Hall of Famer despite recent setbacks. The narrative around Wilson is thus divided between recognition of his past greatness and skepticism about his recent and current performances.