Russell Wilson joining CBS after turbulent Giants season
Russell Wilson will join CBS Sports as an analyst for the upcoming NFL season. After a challenging season with the New York Giants, where he started the first three games before being benched, Wilson is transitioning to a broadcasting role. He has had a successful career, including a Super Bowl win and multiple Pro Bowl selections.
- ▪Russell Wilson is joining CBS Sports as an analyst for the pregame show.
- ▪He played for the New York Giants last season, starting three games before being benched.
- ▪Wilson has previously played for the Seahawks, Steelers, and Broncos during his 13-year career.
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NFL New York Jets Russell Wilson joining CBS after turbulent Giants season By Ryan Giancola Published June 1, 2026, 12:31 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson will move to the desk for the upcoming season. Wilson will join CBS Sports as an analyst on its pregame show, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Wilson played for the Giants last season, starting the first three games of the season before being benched for rookie Jaxson Dart. The Jets met with Wilson and the 37-year-old flirted with the idea of signing with the team as Geno Smith’s backup. Russell Wilson after the Giants season finale on Jan. 4, 2026.
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