Russell Wilson to Join CBS Analyst, Replacing Matt Ryan
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- Russell Wilson is finalizing a deal to become a CBS Sports analyst, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
- Russell Wilson had a backup‑quarterback offer from the New York Jets to back up Geno Smith, but is leaning toward the CBS role.
- CBS Sports will replace former quarterback Matt Ryan on its pregame show with Wilson after Ryan left to become president of football for the Atlanta Falcons.
- Russell Wilson, 37, finished the season with the New York Giants and holds career totals of 46,966 passing yards, 353 touchdowns, and 5,568 rushing yards, ranking among the NFL’s top performers since 2012.
- Russell Wilson’s transition is unclear whether it signals retirement or a temporary pause from playing.
Why it matters: CBS gains a high‑profile former player to boost pregame ratings as the NFL adds more international games in 2026, while the Jets lose a potential veteran backup and Wilson pauses his playing career.
