Russell Wilson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Russell Wilson. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Russell Wilson is an American football quarterback, currently playing for the New York Giants. Best known for his time with the Seattle Seahawks, he led the team to their first Super Bowl victory in Super Bowl XLVIII. A nine-time Pro Bowl selection, Wilson is widely considered one of the greatest dual-threat quarterbacks in NFL history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2005: Success as Junior in High School

In 2005, as a junior at Collegiate School, Russell Wilson threw for 3,287 passing yards and 40 passing touchdowns and rushed for 634 rushing yards and 15 rushing touchdowns. He was named an all-district, all-region, and all-state player and was twice named the Richmond Times-Dispatch Player of the Year.

2008: Played in PapaJohns.com Bowl

In 2008, Russell Wilson played in the PapaJohns.com Bowl against Rutgers, where he suffered a knee sprain. Over the season, he completed 150 of 275 attempts for 1,955 yards and 17 touchdowns with just one interception, earning first-team All-ACC quarterback honors.

2009: Named to pre-season All-ACC team

Prior to the 2009 season, Russell Wilson was named quarterback of the pre-season all-ACC football team on July 12. Wilson finished the 2009 regular season with 3,027 passing yards, 31 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions as the team finished with a 5–7 record.

December 2011: Won Grange-Griffin MVP

In December 2011, during the inaugural Big Ten Championship Game, Russell Wilson threw for three touchdowns and led the Badgers to a 42–39 win over the Michigan State Spartans, earning him the game's Grange-Griffin MVP. He was also named a third team All-American by Yahoo! Sports, and finished ninth in Heisman Trophy voting with 52 points.

November 10, 2012: Consecutive Pass Attempts Record Broken

On November 10, 2012, Russell Wilson's record for consecutive pass attempts without an interception was broken by Louisiana Tech quarterback Colby Cameron.

December 2012: Named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month

In December 2012, Russell Wilson was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month after the Seahawks went 5–0 and he had a passer rating of 115.2.

2012: Drafted by Seattle Seahawks

In 2012, the Seattle Seahawks selected Russell Wilson in the third round (75th overall) of the NFL draft. He also tied the rookie record for most passing touchdowns and was named Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year.

December 27, 2013: Named to Second Pro Bowl

On December 27, 2013, Russell Wilson was named to his second Pro Bowl, adding to his growing list of achievements in the NFL.

January 19, 2014: Seahawks Advance to Super Bowl XLVIII

On January 19, 2014, Russell Wilson and the Seahawks defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship, advancing to Super Bowl XLVIII.

October 6, 2014: Wilson Sets Monday Night Football Rushing Record

On October 6, 2014, Russell Wilson set a new Monday Night Football record for rushing yards by a quarterback in a single game with 122 yards, also marking a single-game franchise record for a Seahawks quarterback.

December 22, 2015: Named to Third Pro Bowl

On December 22, 2015, Russell Wilson was named to his third Pro Bowl, adding to his growing list of achievements in the NFL.

December 19, 2017: Named to Fourth Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, Russell Wilson was named to his fourth Pro Bowl, recognizing his outstanding performance during the season.

September 2018: Wheaties Cereal Box Cover

In September 2018, Russell Wilson was announced as the next athlete to be featured on the cover of a Wheaties cereal box.

August 2019: Part Owner of Seattle Sounders FC

In August 2019, Russell Wilson and Ciara joined the ownership group of Seattle Sounders FC, a local Major League Soccer club. The Sounders subsequently won the 2019 MLS Cup, giving Wilson an MLS Cup to his name as part owner.

2019: Sounders Won MLS Cup

After Russell Wilson purchased his minority stake, the Seattle Sounders FC won the MLS Cup in 2019.

October 1, 2020: Wilson Named NFC Offensive Player of the Month

On October 1, 2020, Russell Wilson was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Month for his performance in September.

2020: Threw 30 Touchdowns for the Fourth Consecutive Season

In 2020, Russell Wilson became the third quarterback in NFL history to throw 30 touchdowns in four consecutive seasons.

2020: Named Walter Payton Man of the Year

In 2020, Russell Wilson was named the Walter Payton Man of the Year for his philanthropy.

March 1, 2022: Release of Children's Book

On March 1, 2022, Russell Wilson and Ciara's children's book, Why Not You?, co-written with JaNay Brown-Wood, was published by Random House and released. The book became a New York Times bestseller.

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May 2022: Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award

In May 2022, Russell Wilson and Ciara received the Paul G. Allen Humanitarian Award for their philanthropic and humanitarian contributions to Seattle.