Garrett Wilson adds more fuel to Jets-Broncos rift after responding to Sean Payton question

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There still appears to be a rift between the New York Jets and Denver Broncos following Jets receiver Garrett Wilson’s comments after practice Wednesday. 

Wilson fielded a question from a Jets reporter who asked if his wardrobe choice on the sideline during a preseason game against the Carolina Panthers had a purpose. 

The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year was wearing a T-shirt, bucket hat and sunglasses while doing an interview with CBS. 

Why would this be a big deal? Broncos coach Sean Payton established rules for Broncos starters pulled early from the game. They weren't to do interviews during the game. They were not permitted to take off their uniforms or wear sunglasses. And no "Gilligan hats" (bucket hats) were allowed.

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Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton as players take part in drills during football training camp, July 27, 2023, in Centennial, Colo.  (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

When Wilson was asked if he did exactly what Payton instructed his players not to do, he had a coy response. 

"I was advised not to speak on it," Wilson told reporters, per SNY. "Good question, though."

Payton’s comments about Denver’s performance last year under Nathaniel Hackett, who now serves as Jets offensive coordinator, sparked some controversy with the Jets.

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After Payton called it "one of the worst coaching jobs in the history of the NFL," Hackett stood up for himself. And Jets head coach Robert Saleh also suggested Payton crossed the line. 

Jets players said the same, including Aaron