Russell Wilson: podcast appearances and interviews

Russell Carrington Wilson, born on November 29, 1988, is an American sportscaster and former professional football quarterback. He played in the National Football League for 14 seasons, primarily with the Seattle Seahawks. During his tenure with the Seahawks, Wilson was named to the Pro Bowl nine times and contributed to the team's first Super Bowl championship in Super Bowl XLVIII. He is regarded as one of the greatest dual-threat quarterbacks of all time and holds records for most wins by an NFL quarterback through nine seasons and a career passer rating over 99, making him one of five quarterbacks with such a rating.

Wilson played college football and baseball for the NC State Wolfpack from 2008 to 2010 before transferring to the Wisconsin Badgers in 2011. At Wisconsin, he set the single-season FBS record for passer rating and led the team to a Big Ten title and the 2012 Rose Bowl. He also played minor league baseball as a second baseman for the Tri-City Dust Devils and Asheville Tourists. Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL draft, Wilson tied the rookie record for most passing touchdowns and was named Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year. He led the Seahawks to two consecutive Super Bowls, winning one and narrowly missing another after an interception at the goal line.

Later in his career, Wilson signed a significant contract extension with the Seahawks and became the third NFL quarterback to throw 30 touchdowns in four consecutive seasons. His subsequent trade to the Denver Broncos in 2022 resulted in a less successful period, leading to his release in 2023. He then signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2024 season, earning his tenth Pro Bowl selection, and subsequently signed with the New York Giants. In 2026, Wilson retired from the NFL to join CBS Sports as a sportscaster. Outside of football, he is recognized for his philanthropy, including being named the Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2020 and receiving the Bart Starr Award in 2022. Wilson is also a part owner of the Seattle Sounders FC, contributing to their victories in MLS Cup 2019 and the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League.