Russell Wilson announces he is retiring, joining CBS Sports
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Russell Wilson, a 10-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl-winning quarterback, announced his retirement and will join CBS Sports’ “The NFL Today” as a studio analyst.
- Wilson, 37, completed his 14th NFL season last year with the New York Giants but struggled and was benched early in the season before transitioning to broadcasting.
- He will join host James Brown and analysts Nate Burleson and Bill Cowher, filling the spot left by Matt Ryan’s departure to the Atlanta Falcons front office.
- Wilson’s playing career included leading the Seattle Seahawks to two Super Bowls, winning one, and ranking fifth in career passer rating among players with at least 1,500 attempts.
- As a broadcaster, Wilson brings star power, charisma, and on-field credibility to CBS, joining a tradition of former star quarterbacks transitioning successfully into TV analyst roles.