As Russell Wilson Heads Into Retirement, Let's Look Back at His One-and-Done Steelers Tenure
He will join The NFL Today with James Brown, Nate Burleson and Bill Cowher after a 13-year career that ended with the New York Giants.
- On Wednesday, former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL to join CBS Sports as an analyst for The NFL Today pregame show.
- Wilson credited former coach Pete Carroll for drafting him in 2012, launching a tenure that included leading the Seahawks to victory in Super Bowl 48 during his second season.
- Beyond football, Wilson visited Seattle Children's hospital regularly during his 10 years with the Seahawks, where patients and staff held "Blue Tuesdays" in his honor.
- His career concluded following stints with the Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers, and a final 2025 season with the New York Giants, ending a 14-season NFL journey.
- Joining James Brown, Nate Burleson, and Bill Cowher on CBS, Wilson will provide analysis for The NFL Today, maintaining his connection to the sport through broadcasting.
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Russell Wilson, one of Richmond’s most prolific athletes, retires from the NFL
Wilson made his name at Collegiate School in Richmond. He led the Cougars to three consecutive VISAA championships in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Ciara’s Heartfelt Message as Russell Wilson Announces NFL Retirement
Ciara gave her NFL star husband Russell Wilson a nine-word note. Following Wilson’s announcement of his NFL retirement at age 37, the 40-year-old singer spoke out. On social media, singer Ciara has expressed her support for her spouse. On Wednesday, quarterback Wilson released a three-minute video with highlights to announce his retirement. “Thank you, Football. Wilson wrote, “Love, #3,” as the caption on his Instagram photo. Then, in the commen…
Russell Wilson Call It Quits On Playing Career, Joins CBS As Analyst
Russell Wilson officially announced an end to his Hall-of-Fame worthy 14-year NFL career. Wilson threw for over 46,000 yards along with 353 passing touchdowns. The dual-threat quarterback added over 5,500 rushing yards and 31 touchdowns.Wilson’s DecisionThe former Seattle Seahawk, Denver Bronco, Pittsburgh Steeler and New York Giant had a decision to make either go work for CBS Sports on “NFL Today” or play for the New York Jets, Wilson chose th…
As Russell Wilson heads into retirement, let's look back at his one-and-done Steelers tenure
Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL earlier this week. He chose to take an analyst role with CBS over an offer to back up Geno Smith for...
‘Definition Of Love’: Ciara Pulls at Heartstrings with Reaction to Russell Wilson’s Retirement — Proving Why They’re the Internet’s Favorite Couple
Ciara and Russell Wilson are frequently listed among Hollywood’s favorite celebrity couples. After the 14-year vet officially announced his retirement from the NFL this week, Ciara’s reaction has fans firmly ensuring they stay on the list. On Wednesday, June 3, following a wealth of ongoing rumors, Wilson formally confirmed his departure from football courtesy of a touching video posted to Instagram. Russell Wilson is officially retiring from f…
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