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ESPN: Russell Wilson granted release

NC State quarterback Russell Wilson has requested and been granted a release so that he can play football at another university if he chooses to.

This should come as no surprise.

Coach Tom O'Brien has said that if Wilson returns this year, he would be the backup to Mike Glennon.

The same Wilson who led the league in total offense (3,998 yards) last season with the fourth highest single-season total in league history. The same Wilson who led the ACC in touchdown responsibility (37) and in touchdown passes (28) last year.

The backup.

That's not a guy you want calling ...

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