Russell Wilson retires from NFL after 14 seasons, joins CBS Sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 1:15 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Russell Wilson, a prominent figure in the NFL, announced his retirement in a video on Twitter on June 3, 2026. After 14 seasons, including a Super Bowl victory and ten Pro Bowl selections, he steps away as one of the most accomplished quarterbacks in league history. In his announcement, Wilson expressed gratitude towards fans, teammates, and coach Pete Carroll. He will transition to a new role as an analyst for CBS Sports, continuing his connection to football. His retirement ends an era for the Seattle Seahawks, where he is regarded as the franchise's greatest quarterback.
- •Wilson finishes his career with 353 touchdown passes and nearly 47,000 passing yards.
- •He led the Seahawks to two Super Bowl appearances, winning once.
- •Wilson expressed gratitude to Pete Carroll and his teammates in his retirement announcement.
- •He will begin his analyst role with CBS Sports for the upcoming season.
- •Wilson's legacy includes numerous playoff appearances and a significant impact on the Seahawks' success.
- 1:15 PMYahoo Sports — Russell Wilson’s Retirement Brings a Bittersweet End to a Legendary Seahawks Era
"Russell Wilson's retirement was announced today in a three minute video on Twitter where he thanks fans, teammates, and former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll
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