Russell Wilson has made his stance on his NFL future clear, a report has suggested the NFL sees him differently to how he sees himself with the Super Bowl winning quarterback remained unsigned
06:04 ET, 30 Mar 2026
Russell Wilson #3 of the New York Giants warms up before kickoff against the Dallas Cowboys during an NFL football game at AT&T Field on September 14, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.
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Russell Wilson's NFL future looks very unclear(Image: Getty)
Russell Wilson is reportedly adjusting to the likelihood that he may not have a starting job this season, as the veteran quarterback prepares to face the possibility that his career could soon be over.
The former Seattle Seahawks star is looking for his fifth team in five years after leaving the New York Giants, who appear to have no interest in bringing him back with Jaxon Dart having won the starting job. Wilson has been on a steady decline ever since leaving the Seattle Seahawks, having solid but unspectacular years with the Denver Broncos and Pittsburgh Steelers before three games starting with the Giants.
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Wilson, who was traded for one of the biggest hauls in NFL history, had stated that he was looking to continue his career - but may now be having second thoughts.
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Long-time NFL reporter Jason La Confora has stated that 'multiple executives' told him that they had no considered signing Wilson, due to his declining play in recent years and the doubt about whether he'll fully buy into being a backup quarterback.
He quoted one NFL executive as stating: "He’s kind of like the forgotten man, right? We weren’t going to do anything with him. He’s a weird fit now. It’s over [for] him as a starter and I don’t think he sees himself for who he really is."
Russell Wilson disclosed to reporters that he played with an injury in Week 2 against the Dallas Cowboys
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Russell Wilson wants to return in 2026(Image: YouTube: @SNY)
Wilson does not appear to have any options open to him to becoming a starting quarterback, with his most likely scenario now being a back-up for a Super Bowl contending team.
The 37-year-old was asked if he wants to play in the 2026 season after appearing in just a few games last season, telling reporters: "Yeah, I'm not blinking. I know what I'm capable of.
"I think I showed that in Dallas. I want to do that again and just be ready to rock and roll and be as healthy as possible and be able to play ball."
He went on to state that while he hopes to be a starting quarterback, he will accept a job as a back-up.
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Wilson knows he must accept a back up spot
"My hope is just to have the ball in my hands and help a team win, Wilson said. "Try to do everything I can to help an organization get to the finish line. That is my focus.
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"My love for the game and what I know I'm capable of when I'm healthy and can move the way I know I can move and do all that stuff, I know what I'm capable of.
"I'm just excited. Focusing on the next several weeks. I have my game plan together, know what I'm going to do to get ready and mentally train, physically train and all those things. I got great confidence."
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