Overview
- Wagner, who spoke at Utah State’s commencement on Wednesday, April 29, received an honorary doctorate after delivering the keynote address.
- During the speech he quipped that family must update his contact to “Dr. Bobby Wagner,” adding he will no longer answer to “Bobby.”
- Utah State Athletics says his No. 9 jersey will be retired during a halftime ceremony in 2026 or 2027, making him the program’s third player to receive the honor.
- He is an unrestricted NFL free agent with no retirement announcement, and multiple outlets report he intends to play in 2026 after posting 162 tackles for Washington in 2025.
- The honors add to a decorated résumé that includes a Super Bowl title, 10 Pro Bowls, six first-team All-Pro selections, and the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.