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.
"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.
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.
He reportedly turned down multiple offers to serve as a backup quarterback for other teams.
