Marshawn Lynch credentialed as photographer at World Cup

Field Level Media|published: Fri 19th June, 21:22 2026

June 19, 2026; Seattle, Washington, U.S.; Former NFL player and photographer Marshawn Lynch during the match. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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.

Devin Booker ?? Marshawn Lynch

Two legends linked up at the USA's match vs Australia ??

(??: @Suns) pic.twitter.com/yKrIMeIwp2
— PHNX Suns (@PHNX_Suns) June 19, 2026

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