Russell Wilson is heading to New York. The veteran quarterback has signed a one-year contract worth $10.5 million with the New York Giants. Wilson announced the news on social media, expressing his excitement about returning to MetLife Stadium, where he previously won a Super Bowl in 2014 with the Seattle Seahawks.
In his post, Wilson shared a photo of the stadium and wrote, “Been here before … can’t wait to do it again.” His victory in Super Bowl XLVIII was memorable, as he led the Seahawks to a dominant 43-8 win over the Denver Broncos, throwing for 206 yards and two touchdowns in that game.
Wilson, now 36 years old, played last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He managed to throw for 2,482 yards, 16 touchdowns, and five interceptions, helping the Steelers reach the playoffs. However, his season ended on a sour note with four consecutive losses, including a wild-card defeat to the Baltimore Ravens.
As he joins the Giants, Wilson will be stepping into a role that many see as a stopgap solution. He will work with a young receiving corps that includes Malik Nabers, Wan’Dale Robinson, and Darius Slayton. Slayton expressed his enthusiasm for the new addition, saying, “Giants country… Let’s Ride,” on social media.
Wilson’s wife, Ciara, also showed her support by sharing his post and adding red, white, and blue hearts, a nod to the team’s colors. With his experience and past success, Wilson hopes to bring a new energy to the Giants as they look to improve their performance in the upcoming season.