Marshawn Lynch credentialed as photographer at World Cup

Former NFL All-Pro Marshawn Lynch has become an accomplished photographer in his retirement. He can now add "credentialed World Cup photographer" to his resume, thanks to his appearance at the United States' 2-0 victory over Australia on Friday.

Lynch, a former running back who racked up 6,381 yards and 58 touchdowns on the ground as a member of the Seattle Seahawks, was back in Seattle Stadium to shoot the United States' second World Cup victory in as many games.

Lynch, 40, has been a credentialed photographer since at least last August, when he was spotted throwing a stiff arm to protect his camera during a preseason content between Seattle and the Las Vegas Raiders.

He was also seen rubbing elbows with several celebrities on hand, including NBA star Devin Booker.

The five-time Pro Bowler, who also played for the Buffalo Bills and Raiders during a 12-year career that resulted in over 10,000 career rushing yards, was also seen delivering a pregame speech to fans outside the stadium.

That type of versatility is par for the course for Lynch, who has worked as an actor, been a sports franchise owner (most notably with the NHL's Seattle Kraken), and dabbled with cannabis and holoportation investments since his NFL career ended.

--Field Level Media

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This story was originally published June 19, 2026 at 6:16 PM.