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Birthday
Wilson was born in Cincinati, Ohio.
Grew up in Richmond, Virginia. -
Begins playing
Russell began playing football at the age of four with his brother who was a reciever. -
College Ball
Russell's strong arm earned him the starting job for the Collegiate School as a sophomore. He lead the team to the 2004 championship and recieved All State honors. -
Transfered
Wilson attended North Carolina State University and recieved ACC Rookie of the Year and earned all-ACC first team. -
Baseball
Wilson played minor league baseball for the Tri-City Dust Devils. -
More college ball
Led Badgers to Big 10 Conference while setting an NCAA record for passing efficiency. -
Another transfer
Wilson decided to transfer to the Universirty of Wisconsin-Madison for his final year of collegiate eligibility. -
Rose Bowl
Wilson led the team to the Rose Bowl. -
Drafted
Drafted by Seattle Seahawks as the 75th overall pick, after five other quarterbacks. -
NFL
Wilson signed a four-year, $2.99 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks. -
Starter
Wilson was named the team's starting quarterback. -
Super Bowl
He led the Seahawks to their first ever super bowl win. -
Another one
Wilson led to the team to another super bowl, but lost to the Patriots 28-24.
