Russell Wilson’s days as a starting quarterback may be winding down, but his connection to the game is far from over. After being replaced by Jaxson Dart earlier this season, the 37-year-old former Super Bowl champion is facing the kind of crossroads every veteran player eventually reaches. Retirement is on the table, but if Wilson decides to hang up the cleats, it’s clear he won’t be stepping away from football entirely.
Over the Giants' bye week, Wilson joined The NFL Today on CBS, and it didn’t take long for viewers-and fellow former quarterbacks-to take notice. Wilson has always had a knack for the camera, but what stood out this time wasn’t just his comfort in front of it; it was his command of the game, the way he broke down plays, and the insight he brought to the table.
Matt Ryan, who made the transition from MVP quarterback to analyst himself, was quick to praise Wilson’s potential in the broadcasting world. Speaking on NFL Network’s The Insiders with Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero, Ryan called Wilson a natural fit for the studio, citing his “wealth of knowledge” and the unique perspective that comes from playing the position at the highest level for more than a decade.
And Ryan’s not wrong. Wilson has nearly 50,000 passing yards to his name-a number that speaks to both longevity and excellence.
He’s played in big games, led game-winning drives, and navigated the highs and lows of NFL life. That kind of experience doesn’t just disappear when a player retires; it evolves, and in Wilson’s case, it seems ready to take shape in a new role.
What makes Wilson’s potential in media even more intriguing is the way he’s already mentoring younger players like Dart. Even if he’s not the starter anymore, his presence in the locker room and on the sideline has value. He’s the kind of veteran who elevates those around him-not just with pep talks, but with real, actionable football insight.
Still, it’s worth noting that nothing’s been decided about Wilson’s future just yet. As Ian Rapoport pointed out, Wilson hasn’t publicly committed to retirement, and there’s still a belief that he could find a role with another team next season. He may not be in his prime, but he’s shown flashes that suggest he can still contribute-especially in a league always looking for experienced signal-callers.
What’s clear is this: whether it’s on the field, in the film room, or behind a broadcast desk, Russell Wilson isn’t done impacting the game. He’s long been respected as a leader and teammate, and now he’s showing signs of becoming one of the next great voices in football media. As Matt Ryan noted, Wilson’s journey-through championship highs, career transitions, and everything in between-gives him a lens that fans and analysts alike will want to hear from.
We’ve seen this story before. Drew Brees, Tom Brady, J.J.
Watt-all former stars who’ve made the jump from the gridiron to the studio. Wilson may be next in line, and if his recent appearance is any indication, he’s more than ready for it.