Russell Wilson and Justin Simmons react to trade rumors surrounding Denver Broncos teammates Jerry Judy and Bradley Chubb ahead of Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars; Wilson: “I think the most important thing for us is to stay together. We love each other and that was great.”
The Denver Broncos have landed in London and trade rumors are circulating this week as they look to revive their season against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley on Sunday.
Among them are wide receiver Jerry Judy and winger Bradley Chubb, both of whom traveled to the UK for Denver’s Week 8 matchup.
“I heard there were some things about [OLB Bradley] Chubb and [WR Jerry] Judy and these guys,” Wilson said at practice on Wednesday. “I told them, ‘Look, the better you are, the more people will want you, and the more people will keep trying to give your name away to see what happens and what happens.’ misses.
“I think the reality is that Chubb is having a really good season. He was great for us. It is obvious that he is the captain and leader. for a long time. He is special. I like to play with this guy. His competitive nature is quite impressive.”
Judy was one of the notable casualties of a stagnant, frustrated offense that ranked 29th in the league by EPA/Game (Expected Added Points) this weekend while having the second most successful retreats and finishing last in offense.
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This season, the 2020 first-round pick has recorded just 24 catches for 386 yards and two touchdowns for 55.1 yards per game, arguably the most obvious trade route for Denver, who is regaining draft picks after trading two first-rounders and two second round players. station wagons to the Seattle Seahawks as part of Wilson’s deal.
“It’s the same with Jerry,” Wilson continued. “This guy is getting better every day and the bond we have,” I told him, one on one, don’t be offended by that. Just know that people will always look for you if you are a talented player. Such is the game. If anyone knows this, I have experienced it.
“I think the most important thing for us is to stay together. We love each other and that was great. As hard as it has been, it has been an amazing journey so far just because of the relationship. That’s what’s important. the most important thing is victory, and we must return to victory.”
Chubb led one of the league’s most dominant defenses with 5.5 team-level sacks, as well as 15 presses, six rushes, two forced fumbles and four tackles in a loss this year.
