Zach Wilson Bio
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| 📲Player | Zach Wilson |
| ✅Team | New York Jets |
| ➡️Position | QB |
| 🔢Number | 2 |
| 🏈Experience | 1 |
| 🚨Height | 6-foot-2 |
| ⚖️Weight | 214 pounds |
| 🦾Arms | 30.625 inches |
| 🤲Hands | 9.5 inches |
| 🎂DOB | Aug. 3, 1999 |
| 🇺🇸Hometown | Draper, UT |
| 🎓High School | Corner Canyon (UT) |
| 🏫College | BYU |
| 📛NFL Entrance | 2021 NFL draft NYJ: No. 2 (Round 1) |
| ❗️Jets Acquisition | Drafted by NYJ (2021) |
| 💰Contract | 4 Years, $35.15M (2021) Guaranteed: $35.15M |
| ⭐️2021 Stats | 13 G, 13 GS (2021) 2,334 YD, 9 TD, 11 INT |
| 🏅Honors | 2021 Rookie of Week (3) |
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Zach Wilson is entering a crucial offseason. The New York Jets 2021 rookie experienced a roller-coaster of a season like none other.
After playing extremely well in August, and then in Week 1 in Carolina against the Panthers (when his offensive line gave him a chance), the BYU product hit a major wall against Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots in Week 2.
Aside from the surprising win over the Tennessee Titans, a good chunk of the middle of Wilson’s season showcased poor quarterback play. Although the attributes were always apparent, Wilson allowed his mind to foul up his game.
The usually confident Wilson turned into an overthinking machine and simply could not turn it around. After a knee injury in New England, that sidelined him for four games, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2021 NFL draft beat the Houston Texans in his return, only to then turn the lights on the rest of the way.
Wilson threw five touchdowns to just one interception (while also running in three) in the Jets’ last six games of the campaign. He now enters his first offseason as a pro with his sights set on a breakout sophomore season.
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Zach Wilson Salary
| Team | Contract Type | Status | Year Signed | Yrs | Total | APY | Guarantees | Amount Earned | % Earned | Effective APY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jets | Drafted | Active | 2021 | 4 | $35,150,680 | $8,787,695 | $35,150,680 | $23,584,132 | 67.10% | $23,584,132 |
| Year | Team | Base Salary | Prorated Bonus | Roster Bonus | Guaranteed Salary | Cap Number | Cap % | Cash Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Jets | $660,000 | $5,731,033 | $0 | $660,000 | $6,391,033 | 3.00% | $23,584,132 |
| 2022 | Jets | $825,000 | $5,731,033 | $1,432,758 | $2,257,758 | $7,988,791 | 3.80% | $2,257,758 |
| 2023 | Jets | $940,000 | $5,731,033 | $2,915,516 | $3,855,516 | $9,586,549 | 4.30% | $3,855,516 |
| 2024 | Jets | $1,055,000 | $5,731,033 | $4,398,274 | $5,453,274 | $11,184,307 | 4.40% | $5,453,274 |
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Zach Wilson FAQ
Who is the New York Jets quarterback?
Zach Wilson: Utah native Zach Wilson is currently the New York Jets quarterback.
Which college did Zach Wilson attend?
BYU: Zach Wilson attended BYU and played three seasons for the Cougars football team (2018-2020), prior to declaring for the 2021 NFL draft after his junior season.
How did the New York Jets acquire Zach Wilson?
2021 NFL draft: The New York Jets drafted BYU quarterback Zach Wilson No. 2 in the 2021 NFL draft, one spot after the Jacksonville Jaguars selected Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence.
When was Zach Wilson born?
Aug. 3, 1999: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson was born on Aug. 3, 1999. He shares a birthday with NFL legend Tom Brady.
Where did Zach Wilson grow up?
Draper, UT: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson grew up in Draper, UT.
How many yards did Zach Wilson throw for in 2021?
2,334: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson threw for 2,334 yards during his rookie season of 2021.
How many touchdowns did Zach Wilson have in 2021?
13: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson threw for nine touchdowns and ran in another four, for a total of 13 touchdowns in 13 games during his rookie season of 2021.
What is Zach Wilson's contract situation with the New York Jets?
4 years, $35.15 million: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson signed a four-year, $35.15 million rookie deal prior to the 2021 NFL season. All of it is guaranteed money and the Jets have a fifth-year option.
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