2022 in focus: Our favorite photos of the Broncos' quarterbacks from the 2022 season
With the 2022 season in the books, we've collected our favorite photos of each position group from game days throughout the year. First up: quarterbacks.
Russell Wilson in the locker room before the NFL preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson in the tunnel during team introductions before the Broncos' preseason Week 1 game against the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on August 13, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Brett Rypien in the tunnel during team introductions before the Broncos' preseason Week 1 game against the Dallas Cowboys at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on August 13, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson and Marshawn Lynch during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson in silhouette during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 1 game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington on September 12, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson signs autographs for fans during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) in a huddle during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) under center with center Lloyd Cushenberry III (79) during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) on the bench with Denver Broncos offensive line coach Butch Barry, center Lloyd Cushenberry III (79) and offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Tom Hauck/Denver Broncos
A wide angle of Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) running onto the field during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and DK Metcalf during a NFL game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson signs autographs for fans during a NFL game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson, Brett Rypien and Josh Johnson huddle up in the tunnel during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 2 game against the Houston Texans at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 18, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and other offensive players congratulate Courtland Sutton after a catch in the end zone. The play was later nullified after it was determine Sutton was out of bounds during the NFL game against the Houston Texans in Denver, Sept.18, 2022. (Photo: Eric Lars Bakke)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles during a NFL game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) passes during the NFL game against the Houston Texans in Denver, Sept.18, 2022. (Photo: Eric Lars Bakke)
Nathaniel Hackett and Russell Wilson in the locker room after the NFL game against the Houston Texans on Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) before a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles during a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson waves a towel urging fans to make noise on the sideline during the Broncos' Week 3 game against the San Francisco 49ers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 25, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson and Fred Warner during a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson high-fives fans after the Broncos' Week 3 game against the San Francisco 49ers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on September 25, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and Loren Landow during a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson during a NFL game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson and Lloyd Cushenberry III in the tunnel before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 2, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson in the tunnel before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 2, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson before the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 2, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the NFL Game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the NFL Game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Joshua Gateley/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) reacts after running the ball ionto the end zone for a touchdown during the NFL Game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo by Joshua Gateley/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) swap jerseys during the NFL Game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson prays with Netane Muti and others after the Broncos' Week 4 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 2, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson during a NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson in the tunnel during player and team introductions before the Broncos' Week 5 game against the Indianapolis Colts at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 6, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson welcomes Bradley Chubb and others to the field during pregame warmups before the Denver Broncos' Week 6 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on October 17, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson points during pregame warmups before the Denver Broncos' Week 6 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on October 17, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles during the NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday, October 17, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson talks with Peyton Manning during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 7 game against the New York Jets at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on October 23, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) passes during the NFL game against the New York Jets in Denver, Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022. (Photo: Eric Lars Bakke)
Russell Wilson during warmups before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, England in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson during an international NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 30, 2022 in London. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson in the tunnel during warmups before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, England in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
KJ Hamler, Melvin Gordon III, Russell Wilson, Dalton Risner during an international NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 30, 2022 in London. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson on the sideline during warmups before the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, England in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) gets a first down with a quarterback sneak with tight end Eric Tomlinson (87), offensive lineman Billy Turner (57), offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz (77) during an international NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 30, 2022 in London. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) scrambles during an international NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 30, 2022 in London. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson pumps up the crowd in celebration after during the Broncos' Week 8 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, England in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson walks into the locker room after an international NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, October 30, 2022 in London. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by David Dermer / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos wide receiver Tyrie Cleveland (16) and quarterback Russell Wilson (3) celebrate with wide receiver Jalen Virgil (15) affter a touchdown during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) talks to the offensive line during the NFL game against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, November 13, 2022 at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson runs out of the pocket as he eludes Tennessee Titans linebacker Dylan Cole (53) on a scramble during the Broncos' Week 10 game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee on November 13, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson runs out of the tunnel during warmups before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 20, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson high-fives military service members on his way off the field during warmups before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 20, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson in the tunnel during player and team introductions before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 20, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson and military service members in the tunnel during player and team introductions before the Broncos' Week 11 game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on November 20, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) drops back to pass during a NFL game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, November 20, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson during player arrivals before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on November 27, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson smiles during pregame warmups in the rain before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on November 27, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson encourages D.J. Jones and teammates as they re-enter the locker room after pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on November 27, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson on the sideline before the Broncos' Week 12 game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina on November 27, 2022. His throwing motion is also clearly visible in the shadow. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson in the team huddle in the tunnel during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland on December 4, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Russell Wilson on the sidelines before the Broncos' Week 13 game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland on December 4, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the NFL game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson speaks to the team in the huddle during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 14 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 11, 2022. (Photo by Ben Swanson)
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Jarrett Guarantano during warmups before the Denver Broncos' Week 15 game against the Arizona Cardinals at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 18, 2022. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) during a NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) during a NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) celebrates with the team after an interception during a NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos tight end Eric Saubert (82) embraces quarterback Brett Rypien (4) after the end of regulation during a NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
An excited Brett Rypien leaps into the air as he runs off the field after the Denver Broncos' Week 15 game against the Arizona Cardinals at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on December 18, 2022. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Denver Broncos quarterback Brett Rypien (4) hugs George Paton after a NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, December 18, 2022 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos guard Dalton Risner (66), quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (10) during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Mpu Dinani / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson speaks in the team huddle during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 16 game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on December 25, 2022. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos offensive lineman Billy Turner (57) blocks for quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and Los Angeles Rams linebacker Bobby Wagner (45) during an NFL game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, December 25, 2022 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Photo by Gabriel Christus/Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on January 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson
Russell Wilson during the national anthem before the Broncos' Week 17 game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri on January 1, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson
Russell Wilson, Andrew Beck during a flyover during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Joshua Gateley / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs the ball for a touchdown during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos guard Dalton Risner (66) and quarterback Russell Wilson (3) celebrate after a touchdown during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) dives into the end zone for a touchdown during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) during a NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson makes a heart to support Damar Hamlin during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on January 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Russell Wilson runs out of the tunnel during pregame warmups before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on January 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Russell Wilson and Derwin James pray together in a moment of support for Damar Hamlin before the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on January 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos XXXX (FB/TE) Andrew Beck (83) leads quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during a NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson (3) and wide receiver Courtland Sutton (14) celebrate after a touchdown during a NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
Russell Wilson celebrates after the Broncos' Week 18 game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado on January 8, 2023. Photo by Ben Swanson/DenverBroncos.com
Garett Bolles and Russell Wilson celebrate in the locker room during a NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver, Colorado. Photo by Gabriel Christus / Denver Broncos
