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Russell Wilson leaves NFL to join CBS as analyst after Giants benching

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Russell Wilson leaves NFL to join CBS as analyst after Giants benching

Summary

Russell Wilson has decided to leave the NFL and take a position as an analyst at CBS. The former starting quarterback for the New York Giants, Wilson was benched after a 0-3 start to the season, allowing rookie Jaxson Dart to take over. After a steep decline following his trade from the Seattle Seahawks to the Denver Broncos, Wilson’s career as a starter ended early in the season. Many in the NFL community reacted to his decision, with some speculating on his potential Hall of Fame candidacy and others noting the surprising trajectory of his career.

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By the Numbers

•Wilson signed a one-year deal with the Giants last season.
•He was replaced by rookie Jaxson Dart after a poor start.
•His career decline followed a trade to the Broncos.
•NFL analysts express mixed reactions to Wilson's decision.
•Speculation about his Hall of Fame candidacy has increased.

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5:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘One of the Stranger Careers’ — NFL World Reacts to Russell Wilson’s Surprising Decision of Leaving League for CBS

What they're saying

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Last season, when the New York Giants signed Russell Wilson to become their next starting quarterback, the expectation was that he could hold the spot for at least a year. The contract was a one-year deal, so that after he left, rookie Jaxson Dart would take over, but that happened a bit earlier than expected.
— Yahoo Sports

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