After the Seahawks’ dominant win over the San Francisco 49ers, Wilson took to X to share a special message about his former team and show Sam Darnold some love as well. “Last Night’s game… shows how LEGIT this @Seahawks Team is… and I Love Sam Darnold’s comeback story! 🙌🏾” Wilson said in a January 18, 2026, message on X. 🔥🙌
Here’s the latest NFL rumors on Wilson’s future and where things stand with the Seahawks. The bigger question surrounds Wilson’s future in the NFL, and whether he’ll be able to land a starting role again. After spending 2025 with the New York Giants, Wilson will once again be an NFL free agent, making his next move unpredictable and highly scrutinized. It’s unclear where he’ll fit, and a reunion with Seattle would come with its own set of challenges. 🕵️♂️🔮
Could Russell Wilson Reunite With the Seahawks in NFL Free Agency? As time passes, Wilson is likely to be remembered more fondly in the Pacific Northwest, especially as the quarterback who helped bring a Super Bowl to Seattle. Seattle is not going to move on from Sam Darnold for Wilson, but finishing his career as a backup in the Pacific Northwest isn’t the wildest idea. The Seahawks would likely want to avoid the scrutiny that would come with Wilson being their backup QB, and it remains to be seen where Wilson will play next season. 🧭🏈
Ex-Seahawks Star Russell Wilson Open to Being a Backup Quarterback in 2026: Report. Wilson switched agents to Athletes First’s David Mulugheta in preparation for NFL free agency, per ESPN’s Jordan Raanan. Wilson is also open to being a backup quarterback in 2026, Raanan reported. “Yeah, I’m not blinking,” Wilson said about his NFL future. He emphasized he’s healthy, capable, and eager to help a team win, hoping to have the ball in his hands and contribute in any role. 🗣️💪 He loves the game and believes he can still move and perform when healthy. 🔄
