REPORT: Two Prominent Starting Quarterbacks Anticipated to Be Released Prior to NFL Free Agency

Amidst discussions of value and strategic team building, it appears the Jimmy Garoppolo chapter in Las Vegas is drawing to a close before it ever truly took off. The Raiders, having seemingly decided against retaining Garoppolo for another season, are poised to move on from the quarterback.

According to Adam Schefter, Garoppolo, who faces a two-game suspension at the start of the 2024 season due to a PED policy violation, is unlikely to remain with the Raiders. Las Vegas is expected to release him before a significant roster bonus is due in mid-March, avoiding an $11.25 million payout.

Garoppolo, unable to play until Week 3 of the 2024 season for any team he joins, finds his future in limbo after signing a three-year, $72.75 million deal with the Raiders last March. This contract, guaranteeing $33.75 million per season, now hangs in balance as the Raiders explore other quarterback options.

Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos have reportedly decided to part ways with Russell Wilson, signaling his release before a substantial portion of his salary becomes fully guaranteed. This move comes despite Wilson's improved performance in the 2023 season, where he completed 66.4 percent of his passes for 3,070 yards and 26 touchdowns, alongside 341 rushing yards and three touchdowns over 15 games.

Wilson, amid rumors of his impending release, is already preparing for a future away from Denver, with reports of him and his wife, Ciara, looking to sell their local mansion.

As the Broncos consider their options with Wilson, and the Raiders set to release Garoppolo, the NFL quarterback landscape is set for a significant reshuffle. While Wilson's recent performance suggests he could remain a starter elsewhere, the future seems less certain for Garoppolo, highlighting the ever-changing dynamics of NFL team rosters.