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Penner, Paton say it’s not about the quarterback - but we all know it is

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Since head coach Nathaniel Hackett was fired Monday and new Denver Broncos owner/CEO Greg Penner spoke to media Tuesday, there’s been plenty of speculation on the potential new head coach as well as the role of current GM - and now guy sitting on the hottest seat - George Paton.

But in some ways, the guy with the most to answer for is the guy who has seemed the safest.

The quarterback with a contract through 2028.

Because of a contract extension made before any sign that the $245-million man could still be an elite QB, Russell Wilson is tied to Denver for a long time.