Russell Wilson retires, joins CBS Sports' 'The NFL Today
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 5:04 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Russell Wilson has announced his retirement from professional football and his new role as an analyst for CBS Sports' 'The NFL Today.' Joined by former Pro Bowler Kyle Long, they will replace outgoing analysts Matt Ryan and J.J. Watt. Wilson expressed gratitude for his football journey in a video shared on social media. He leaves behind a notable legacy, including a Super Bowl title with the Seattle Seahawks and impressive career statistics, including 46,966 passing yards and 353 touchdowns. The show continues with returning members Nate Burleson, Bill Cowher, and James Brown.
- •Wilson retired after 14 years in the NFL.
- •He joins 'The NFL Today' starting this summer.
- •Kyle Long also joins the CBS Sports panel.
- •Wilson won a Super Bowl with the Seahawks.
- •He expressed thanks to his family and the sport.
- 5:04 PMYahoo Sports — Newly retired quarterback Russell Wilson is joining 'The NFL Today.' He's not the only one
- 1:11 PMNBCSports.com — CBS announces Kyle Long, Russell Wilson are joining The NFL Today - NBC Sports
"Russell Wilson announced on Wednesday that he will be retiring from the NFL to join CBS' The NFL Today for the 2026 season and the network confirmed the move on Thursday.
"Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson has announced his retirement from football. He and former Pro Bowler Kyle Long are joining CBS Sports' 'The NFL Today.'
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:04 PMNewly retired quarterback Russell Wilson is joining 'The NFL Today.' He's not the only one
Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson has announced his retirement from football. He and former Pro Bowler Kyle Long are joining CBS Sports' 'The NFL Today.'
- NBCSports.comJun 4, 2026, 1:11 PMCBS announces Kyle Long, Russell Wilson are joining The NFL Today - NBC Sports
Russell Wilson announced on Wednesday that he will be retiring from the NFL to join CBS' The NFL Today for the 2026 season and the network confirmed the move on Thursday.
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