Logan Wilson Retires from NFL

Logan Wilson has announced his retirement from professional football, just over four years after his time in the Super Bowl. The former linebacker for the Bengals and Cowboys stepped away from the game on Wednesday, wrapping up a six-season NFL career.

At just 29, Wilson didn’t elaborate much on his decision in an Instagram post. However, he did express excitement about spending more time with family, tackling new fitness challenges, and exploring the next phase of his life.

He reflected, “After much thought and prayer, I’ve made the decision to retire from the NFL. From my humble beginnings in Wyoming dreaming big to hearing my name called by the Cincinnati Bengals in the third round of the 2020 Draft… football has delivered me experiences beyond my imagination.”

During his time at the University of Wyoming, Wilson established himself as a strong player, racking up 421 tackles—placing him fourth in school history—alongside ten interceptions and seven sacks.

Drafted by the Bengals in 2020, Wilson dedicated over five seasons to the Cincinnati team. He had a notable run between 2021 and 2024, achieving over 100 tackles in each of those four seasons. His interception count peaked during the 2021 season when Cincinnati made it to the Super Bowl, a high he matched two seasons later.

He accumulated 30 tackles in the buildup to the 2022 Super Bowl, contributing nine tackles in the game, which saw the Bengals narrowly lose to the Rams, 23-20.

Amid discussions surrounding the now-banned hip-drop tackle technique, Wilson faced some scrutiny for his hit on Ravens tight end Mark Andrews, which sidelined Andrews for seven games. Wilson remarked, “Honestly, I wasn’t even aware of what a hip drop tackle was until I got warned about it post-game. I get that they’re looking to curb certain plays, but when you’re on the field and trying to outmaneuver someone like Mark Andrews, it’s a tough spot. You’re just aiming to compete, and unfortunately, it went that way. I never wish injury on anyone.”

About halfway through the last season, Wilson was traded to the Cowboys, where he completed the final seven games of his career before being released in February.

Reflecting on his journey, Wilson said, “Looking back at my career, I just feel grateful. Many kids in Wyoming don’t get the opportunity to follow their dreams in the NFL. I’ve cherished every moment.”