How Long Has Russell Wilson Been in the NFL?

NFL Quarterback Russell Wilson has been in the NFL since 2012. He is currently playing for the Seattle Seahawks.

NFL Draft

Russell Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He is currently in his eighth season with the Seahawks.

2012 NFL Draft

The 2012 NFL Draft was the 77th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible football players. The draft, which is officially referred to as “the Player Selection Meeting,” was held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, New York, on April 26–28. The Indianapolis Colts, who compiled the league’s worst record in the 2011 season with a 2–14 record, selected first overall.

2013 NFL Draft

The 2013 NFL draft was the 78th annual meeting of National Football League (NFL) franchises to select newly eligible football players. The draft, which is officially referred to as “theplayer selection meeting,” was held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, New York, on April 25–27. The first round was held on April 25, followed by the second and third rounds on April 26, and concluded with rounds 4–7 on April 27. The draft order is based generally on each team’s record from the previous season; however, a few teams receive supplemental/compensatory selections.

This was the first draft since 1970 in which neither of the Super Bowl participants had a pick in the first round.[1][2] In total, 33 compensatory selections were distributed among 16 teams; while both the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers each received 4 such picks.[3] Former Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis announced that he would be retiring from football at this time;[4] as expected by most,[5][6][7] Lewis’ replacement for draft purposes ended up being Arthur Brown—drafted by Baltimore in the second round. Immediately after the completion of Super Bowl XLVII, the Indianapolis Colts announced that they would release Peyton Manning pursuant to him passing a physical examination within 30 days—which eventually took place on March 8—and five days later they announced that they had signed Andrew Luck to a four-year contract worth $22.1 million with a fifth-year option.[8]

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Seahawks

Russell Wilson has been the Seahawks quarterback since 2012. In that time, he’s led the team to seven playoff berths, five NFC West titles, and a Super Bowl victory. He’s been selected to six Pro Bowls and was named the NFL’s MVP in 2014. In short, Wilson has been one of the most successful quarterbacks in the NFL over the past decade.

2012 Seahawks

The 2012 Seattle Seahawks season was the franchise’s 37th season in the National Football League, and the first under head coach Pete Carroll. The Seahawks improved on their disappointing 7–9 record from 2011 to finish 11–5 and capture their first division title since 2007, as well as earn a first-round bye in the playoffs. They also became the first team in NFL history to win a division title with a losing record at home.

The Seahawks started 4–2, but then lost four of their next five games, including three straight at home. However, they rallied to finish the season on a five-game winning streak, clinching the NFC West with a come-from-behind 24–21 victory over the St. Louis Rams in Week 17. The Seahawks defeated the reigning NFC champion New York Giants 23–0 in the Wild Card round of the playoffs before losing to the Atlanta Falcons 30–28 in the Divisional round, ending their season.

2013 Seahawks

Russell Wilson was drafted by the Seahawks in the 3rd round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He became the Seahawks’ starting quarterback in Week 10 of his rookie season afterTarvaris Jackson suffered an injury. In his first full season as starter, Wilson led the Seahawks to a 13-3 record and NFC West division championship. He also helped them become the first team in NFL history to make it to the playoffs with a sub-.500 record (7-9). The Seahawks defeated the defending NFC champion Atlanta Falcons in the Divisional Round and Wilson’s 84-yard touchdown pass to Doug Baldwin in overtime sent them to the NFC Championship game for the second consecutive year. They would go on to lose 28-22 to the eventual Super Bowl champion Baltimore Ravens.

Wilson

Russell Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Wilson played college football for the University of Wisconsin during his senior year. He was the Seahawks’ starting quarterback for the majority of the season and helped the team to a 10-6 record and a berth in the NFC Wildcard Playoffs.

2012 Wilson

Russell Wilson was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round (75th overall) of the NFL Draft in 2012. He signed a four-year, $2.99 million contract with the Seahawks and was immediately named the starting quarterback. He led the Seahawks to an NFC West title and a berth in the NFC Championship game as a rookie. In 2013, Wilson helped the Seahawks win their first ever Super Bowl title.

2013 Wilson

Russell Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Wilson was the 75th overall pick. He is currently in his eighth season with the Seahawks and has established himself as one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.

Wilson has led the Seahawks to six playoff appearances, including three Super Bowl appearances and one Super Bowl win. He has been named to six Pro Bowls and was named the NFL’s Most Valuable Player in 2014.

Wilson has thrown for over 28,000 yards and 240 touchdowns during his time with the Seahawks. He has also rushed for over 3,000 yards and 21 touchdowns.

How long has Wilson been in the NFL?

Russell Wilson has been in the NFL for 8 seasons. He was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the Seattle Seahawks.

2012 NFL season

Russell Wilson was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He began his rookie season as the team’s backup quarterback, behind Matt Flynn. Wilson took over as the starter in Week 10, after Flynn struggled in the first half of the season. Wilson led the Seahawks to a come-from-behind victory in his first career start against the Arizona Cardinals, and went on to win nine of his remaining 12 starts. He helped the Seahawks secure a wild card spot in the NFC playoffs, and defeated the Washington Redskins in a road playoff game. The following week, he led Seattle to a come-from-behind upset win over the top-seeded Atlanta Falcons 14–6 in Atlanta for their first NFC Championship appearance since 2006. In Super Bowl XLVIII, he became only one of three quarterbacks to win a Super Bowl in their rookie year as starting quarterback, joining Tom Brady and Ben Roethlisberger; Wilson is also one of three quarterbacks to throw for over 300 yards and four touchdowns while also rushing for another score in a Super Bowl, joining Steve Young and Doug Williams.

2013 NFL season

Wilson entered the 2013 NFL season as the Seahawks’ starting quarterback. In Week 1, he completed 19 of 25 passes for 224 yards and two touchdowns to lead the Seahawks to a 12-7 victory over the Carolina Panthers. The Seahawks went on to finish the season with a 13-3 record and advance to the NFC Championship Game, where they lost to the eventual Super Bowl champion Atlanta Falcons.