Russell Wilson to Join CBS Sports as Analyst

Veteran quarterback Russell Wilson is finalizing an agreement to join CBS Sports as an analyst, a move that signals at least a pause in his 14-year NFL playing career. The 37-year-old free agent is expected to join the network’s pregame show, filling a vacancy created when former analyst Matt Ryan left for a front-office role with the Atlanta Falcons.

Wilson’s decision follows a period of free agency where his options to continue playing appeared limited. He received an offer to join the New York Jets as a veteran backup to Geno Smith, a role he once held over Wilson during their time with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson visited the Jets’ facilities, but no deal was reached. With no other arrangements imminent, he has opted to transition to broadcasting for the upcoming season.

The move comes after a challenging final year with the New York Giants, who signed Wilson to a one-year contract last offseason. He began the 2025 campaign as the starting quarterback but was benched after three games in favor of rookie Jaxson Dart. In those starts, Wilson’s performance was inconsistent, completing 59.1 percent of his passes for 778 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions.