Russell Wilson, the former Super Bowl-winning quarterback, announced his retirement from the National Football League on Wednesday evening via social media.
The 37-year-old, who spent a decade with the Seattle Seahawks, confirmed he will transition to the broadcast booth as an analyst for CBS Sports and the NFL Today.
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"As I enter this next chapter with CBS Sports and the NFL Today, I'm so blessed to continue doing what I love most, being around the greatest game in the world," Wilson said.
In a video highlighting his career, Wilson expressed gratitude to his teammates, friends, and family.
He thanked former Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll for taking a chance on him.
"Thanks for taking a chance on a young, black kid from Richmond, Virginia, that was told he was too small to ever make it in the NFL," Wilson said.
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He also acknowledged his wife, American R&B singer Ciara, and the sport itself. "Thank you, football.
I am forever grateful," he added.
Wilson retires after 14 NFL seasons, including 10 with the Seahawks where he led the team to a victory in Super Bowl XLVIII in 2013.
His retirement follows the expiration of his contract with the New York Giants at the end of the 2025 season.
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He reportedly turned down multiple offers to serve as a backup quarterback for other teams.
