SouthernWorldwide.com – Ciara, a celebrated singer and songwriter, has shared an emotional tribute to her husband, Super Bowl champion Russell Wilson, following his recent retirement announcement from the NFL.
Russell Wilson officially declared his retirement on Wednesday, marking the end of an illustrious 14-season career in professional football. His wife, Ciara, who has been by his side for nearly a decade, took to social media to express her profound pride and love for her husband.
“The best in the world! There’s only one, 3!” Ciara exclaimed on social media, directly referencing her husband’s jersey number. Her heartfelt message underscored her unwavering support and admiration for Wilson’s journey.
“Always so proud of you! It’s a true blessing to go on this journey with you! My greatest inspiration! I love you so much!” she added, accompanying her words with a goat emoji, symbolizing “Greatest Of All Time,” and a heart emoji formed with her hands.
Ciara is a mother of four children. Her eldest, Future, is from a previous relationship with rapper Future. She shares three children with Russell Wilson, highlighting the strong family unit they have built together.
Wilson’s retirement announcement coincided with reports confirming his new role as an analyst for CBS Sports. He will be joining “The NFL Today,” a program he has long admired.
“As I enter this next chapter with CBS Sports and ‘The NFL Today,’ I’m so blessed to continue doing what I love most – being around the greatest game in the world,” Wilson stated in his retirement video. This transition signifies his continued connection to the sport he dedicated his life to.
In the same video, Wilson extended his gratitude to his inner circle, specifically mentioning his family and friends for their unwavering support throughout his NFL career. He paid a special tribute to Ciara.
“Thank you, C. I thank you, Ciara, for being my greatest blessing, my best friend and my partner through it all. None of this journey called life would have been the same without you,” Wilson expressed emotionally in the video. His words painted a vivid picture of their deep bond and mutual reliance.
A 10-time Pro Bowl quarterback, Wilson was initially drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2012 NFL Draft out of NC State. He spent a decade with the Seahawks, leading them to a dominant victory in Super Bowl XLVIII against the Denver Broncos with a score of 43-8.
Following his successful tenure in Seattle, Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos before the 2022 season. However, his time with the Broncos did not replicate the same level of success. The Broncos released him after two seasons. He then had brief stints with the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New York Giants for one season each before ultimately deciding to retire.
Throughout his 14-season NFL career, Wilson played in 205 games. He amassed a career record of 121 wins and 80 losses, with one tie. His passing statistics include completing 64.6% of his passes for a total of 46,966 yards, throwing 353 touchdowns against 114 interceptions.
