The Odds For Bears Getting Russell Wilson Keep Improving

Whenever money is involved, accurate information tends to be as well. This is why people love to say "Vegas knows" when referring to betting odds on certain sports matters. Few are more interesting than those regarding the fate of Russell Wilson. Nobody expected the seven-time Pro Bowler to be connected to trade rumors this offseason. Not after throwing 40 touchdowns in 2020 and going 12-4. Then things began to spiral. Wilson went to the Seattle Seahawks brass with a demand for more say in the direction of the franchise. He wanted a shift away from the run-first style of play and a greater commitment of assets to the offensive line. When the Seahawks brushed off his concerns, the quarterback grew frustrated. So he went public. Not only did he voice those grievances on the Dan Patrick Show, his agent even released a shortlist of teams Wilson would accept a trade to.

A list the Chicago Bears found themselves on.

Even then, nobody believed the quarterback was going anywhere. Even Vegas. As far back as the beginning of March, the odds reflected this. Seattle was an overwhelming favorite to keep the quarterback at -1250. Chicago wasn't even the favorite team to land him if he somehow was traded. That was the Las Vegas Raiders at +450. The Bears were a distant +900. Nobody believed they had a shot. No high 1st round pick. No QB to offer in return. Just ignore them. Two weeks later and things have...shifted...let's say. The Raiders appear content with Derek Carr. Dallas just extended Dak Prescott. New Orleans remains mired in salary cap purgatory. It feels like if Wilson is traded, there is only one team he'll go to. The latest odds reflect this reality.

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Bears now wait to see if Seattle is done with Russell Wilson

It's incredible to think those odds could change so drastically in a span of just 14 days. A testament to what has happened. What stands out so much about this situation is the silence. Seattle hasn't said a word since the entire thing started. If they are so committed to keeping Wilson, why haven't they come out and said so. One press conference or even a statement to the media could squash this thing. Yet it hasn't happened. That is because as multiple insiders have said, they are seriously considering it. Russell Wilson and the Seahawks' relationship began to fray years ago. Seattle began looking at younger quarterback options, even contemplating swapping him with Cleveland for the #1 overall pick. While cooler heads prevailed then, the cracks in the foundation had started to show.

Now it appears things have reached a breaking point.

Some still believe Wilson stays in Seattle this year, but all agree that it may likely be the last one. He will end up on another team in the near future. The Seahawks are determining whether they want to just get it over with now. If they continue to put this off, Wilson's value will continue to drop as he gets older. This may be their last chance to get a true blockbuster-level package for him. Not an easy decision to be sure. One the Bears are trying hard to make easier for them. If you're looking to take advantage of these odds while you can, be sure to use PointsBet. One use of the promo code Mockery gets you two risk-free bets for up to $2000.