Russell Wilson announces retirement from NFL after notable career
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:04 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Russell Wilson has officially retired from the NFL, announcing his decision on June 3. The former Wisconsin Badgers quarterback transitioned to CBS Sports as an analyst following a 10-year career primarily with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson, a Super Bowl champion and two-time NFC Champion, earned 10 Pro Bowl selections and concluded his career with a 64.6% completion percentage. He is the 16th all-time in passing yards, with a total of 46,966 yards. Wilson’s departure marks the end of an era as he steps into a new role in broadcasting.
- •Wilson resided at the top of NFL passing leaders with 46,966 yards.
- •He won a Super Bowl and was a two-time NFC Champion.
- •The former Badgers star will join CBS Sports as an analyst.
- •Wilson was a 10-time Pro Bowl selection during his career.
- •He ended his career with a 353-to-114 touchdown-to-interception ratio.
- 12:04 PMYahoo Sports — Greatest QB in Wisconsin Badgers history officially retires from NFL
"Arguably the greatest quarterback in Wisconsin Badgers history, Russell Wilson, has announced his NFL retirement.
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