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Russell Wilson plans to play in 2026 as QB has no plans to retire just yet

  • On Monday, Russell Wilson, quarterback and free agent, said he is not considering retirement and plans to play in 2026, adding `I'm not blinking` during locker clean-out day.
  • During locker clean-out, Russell Wilson explained he tore his hamstring on Friday before the Giants' Week 2 game against the Dallas Cowboys and trained quietly at the Dallas Mavericks' facility.
  • Wilson's 2025 contract and season stats show he signed a one-year, $10.5 million contract, went winless in three starts with 778 yards, three touchdowns, three interceptions, and passer rating 78.5.
  • Mike Florio suggested the New York Giants could face an NFL investigation and possible fines if they knew about Wilson's injury, while Wilson and his agent may wait until after the draft to assess free-agency options.
  • At 37, Wilson plans to keep playing after saying Monday he played injured this season, with analysts noting backup or short-term starter fits on teams needing quarterback help.
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TMZ broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Monday, January 5, 2026.
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