CBS announces Kyle Long, Russell Wilson are joining The NFL Today
Russell Wilson is retiring from the NFL to join CBS' 'The NFL Today' as an analyst for the 2026 season. Former Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long will also join the pregame show as a full-time analyst.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant shift in sports media talent, bringing high-profile former players into the broadcasting booth.
Russell Wilson announced on Wednesday that he will be retiring from the NFL to join CBS’ The NFL Today for the 2026 season and the network confirmed the move on Thursday.
The article is a standard sports industry announcement regarding personnel changes.
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