Former Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has interviewed for the head coaching vacancy at NC State, according to a report from SB Nation published on November 4, 2026.
The Super Bowl-winning quarterback, who spent ten seasons with the Seahawks before moving to the Denver Broncos and later the Pittsburgh Steelers, is exploring a transition to the collegiate coaching ranks. Wilson, 37, has no prior coaching experience at any level.
NC State is searching for a replacement after Dave Doeren's departure. The Wolfpack program competes in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
