Quarterback Russell Wilson announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday after 14 seasons in the league.
Wilson accumulated 10 Pro Bowls, 46,966 passing yards and one Super Bowl title with the Seattle Seahawks, according to Fox News. The quarterback's retirement announcement marked the conclusion of a playing career that spanned over a decade in professional football.
ESPN reported that Wilson announced his retirement on Wednesday following 14 seasons in the NFL. The announcement was made public midweek, confirming the end of his tenure as an active player in the league.
The timing of Wilson's retirement announcement followed reports about his future career plans. According to Sporting News, reports emerged two days earlier indicating that Wilson would be joining CBS Sports as an NFL pundit. The reports about his potential broadcasting role preceded his official retirement statement by two days.
Wilson's career statistics include 46,966 passing yards and 10 Pro Bowl selections. He secured one Super Bowl championship during his time with the Seattle Seahawks organization.
The connection between the CBS Sports reports and Wilson's retirement announcement was noted by Sporting News, which reported that the quarterback announced his retirement on Wednesday, two days after the broadcasting reports surfaced.
Wilson's departure from the NFL concludes his 14-season career as a player in the league. The Wednesday announcement confirmed the end of his professional football career as he reportedly transitions toward a role in sports media with CBS Sports.
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