It looks like Russell Wilson might be swapping his helmet for a microphone. After a rough 2025 season where he started just three games and lost them all, the 37-year-old quarterback appears to be seriously considering a future in television. According to sports media insider Andrew Marchand of The Athletic, Wilson is in “deep talks” to join CBS’s NFL Today as an analyst.
“NEWS: Russ Wilson is in deep talks to go into television, with CBS’ NFL Today the favorite, as he contemplates the end of his playing career, The Athletic has learned,” Marchand posted on X. It’s a pivot that makes sense for a player whose on-field production has declined sharply in recent years.
Wilson’s numbers tell a sobering story: he’s 6-8 as a starter since 2024 and has only one playoff win since turning 30. Injuries and inconsistent play have plagued him, and unlike some aging quarterbacks who seem to defy time, Wilson’s game hasn’t aged gracefully. The once-dynamic scrambler now looks more like a statue in the pocket.
The New York Jets were reportedly sniffing around, but they weren’t offering a starting gig or starter-level money. For a player of Wilson’s ego, the idea of being a backup—especially in the Jets’ notorious QB graveyard—isn’t appealing. Fans on social media have been quick to joke: “Yeah I wouldn’t want to backup Geno Smith either,” one user wrote. Another quipped, “Saw Aaron Glenn and dipped haha.”
Giants insider Dan Duggan summed it up neatly: “No clue why Wilson would want to try to hang on as the Jets’ backup QB. And it’s no surprise that TV execs are interested. Jets QB2 or CBS? Undefeated in the studio.”
Wilson’s move to TV isn’t without precedent. Other stars like Cris Carter have made the leap from the field to the booth, though Carter’s path was anything but smooth—he recently blasted a double standard in the industry, as we covered in this piece. Meanwhile, the Jets are in a bind at quarterback, and their draft plans might be shifting—check out this leak about their potential No. 2 pick.
For Wilson, the TV route offers a chance to stay in the spotlight without taking the physical beating. At 37, he could still offer veteran leadership as a backup, but his body may no longer hold up for a full season. The allure of a studio gig—steady hours, less pain, and a chance to analyze the game he loves—might be too good to pass up.
So, have we seen the last of Russell Wilson under center? If these talks with CBS go through, the answer could be yes. He’d join a long line of players who traded cleats for cameras, and for a guy who’s always been about his brand, it’s a natural next step.
