Bolles equates Wilson's mindset to Kobe, Jordan: 'It's what we needed'

It's safe to say members of the Denver Broncos have been blown away by Russell Wilson's presence.

Offensive tackle Garett Bolles was the latest player to praise the newly acquired quarterback, comparing him to the likes of some NBA greats.

"You talk about some of the greatest athletes - Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Michael Jordan - the type of mentalities those athletes have, that's what he has," Bolles said, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. "He's so focused all the time, ready to rock and roll, and it's what we needed here."

Wide receiver Courtland Sutton already compared Wilson to former Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning earlier this week.

The Broncos went out and made a splash this offseason, acquiring Wilson in a blockbuster trade with the Seattle Seahawks. Adding the former Super Bowl winner was an attempt to resolve a long-standing issue under center for Denver. The Broncos have not made the playoffs since Manning retired following their Super Bowl run in 2015.

We were just missing the puzzle piece. Now we got the puzzle piece," Bolles said of Wilson, according to DNVR's Zac Stevens.

Bolles also revealed his first words to Wilson after his new quarterback FaceTimed him shortly after the trade.

"I know you're used to getting hit. You're not going to get hit here," Bolles told Wilson.

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