Former NFL quarterback Russell Wilson has interviewed for the head coaching vacancy at North Carolina State University, according to a report from Mike Florio of ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports.
The news emerged on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, marking a potential transition for the nine-time Pro Bowl selection from playing career to collegiate coaching ranks.
Wilson, who played college football at NC State before transferring to Wisconsin, would be returning to his former program in a leadership capacity if hired. The Wolfpack are seeking a replacement after the departure of their previous head coach.
No official announcement has been made by the university regarding the coaching search timeline or other candidates under consideration.
