Russell Wilson Retires from NFL; Ciara Expresses Pride and Support
Russell Wilson's wife Ciara makes feelings clear after veteran QB picked retirement over Jets' alleged offer to serve as Geno Smith's backup
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Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL after 14 seasons, sharing a heartfelt farewell video. His wife, Ciara, praised him in the comments, expressing pride and love. Wilson, a Super Bowl champion and 10-time Pro Bowler, will join CBS Sports as an analyst.
- 01Russell Wilson retired after 14 seasons in the NFL, sharing a farewell video titled 'Thank You, Football, Love.'
- 02Ciara expressed her admiration for Wilson in an Instagram comment, which received over 14,000 likes.
- 03Wilson considered an offer from the New York Jets to back up Geno Smith but chose retirement instead.
- 04He finished his career with 46,966 passing yards, 353 touchdowns, and is the only QB to exceed 40,000 passing yards and 5,000 rushing yards.
- 05Wilson will transition to CBS Sports as an analyst for The NFL Today, replacing Matt Ryan.
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Russell Wilson has officially announced his retirement from the NFL after an impressive 14-season career. He shared a farewell video on Instagram titled 'Thank You, Football, Love,' where he reflected on his journey. His wife, Ciara, publicly supported him in the comments, stating, 'The best in the world! There’s only one, 3! Always so proud of you!' This comment has garnered over 14,000 likes. Prior to his retirement, Wilson was reported to have received an offer from the New York Jets to serve as a backup to his former teammate, Geno Smith, but opted to retire instead. Wilson leaves the league as a Super Bowl XLVIII Champion and a 10-time Pro Bowler, with career stats that include 46,966 passing yards and 353 touchdowns. He is the only quarterback in NFL history to surpass both 40,000 passing yards and 5,000 rushing yards. Following his retirement, Wilson will join CBS Sports as an analyst for The NFL Today, taking over from Matt Ryan.
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