Russell Wilson Announces NFL Retirement in Video After CBS Contract, QB Won Super Bowl with Seahawks
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Key Points:
- Russell Wilson, a Super Bowl champion and 10-time Pro Bowler, has announced his retirement from the NFL after a 14-season career with the Seahawks, Broncos, Steelers, and Giants.
- Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in 2012, where he quickly became a star, leading the team to a Super Bowl victory in 2013 and earning nine Pro Bowl selections during his tenure.
- After a successful stint in Seattle, Wilson's later career included a challenging period with the Denver Broncos and shorter terms with the Steelers and Giants before retiring.
- Off the field, Wilson is known for his philanthropy, including partnering with his wife Ciara to pledge 10 million meals to Feeding America and making regular hospital visits to sick children.
- Post-retirement, Wilson has accepted a role as an NFL analyst with CBS Sports, joining their NFL pregame show following the departure of Matt Ryan.