Zach Wilson
Zachary Kapono Wilson is an NFL quarterback for the New York Jets, notable for being picked second overall in 2021 NFL Draft and two-time Bowl MVP at BYU.
About
Zach Wilson is an American football quarterback playing for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He had an impressive college football career, earning First-Team All-American and Second Team All-American honors, as well as the 2020 BYU Offensive Most Valuable Player award.
Zach Wilson Timeline
5 Interesting Facts about Zach Wilson
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First Quarterback Drafted in 2021 NFL Draft
Zach Wilson was the first quarterback drafted in the 2021 NFL draft, selected by the New York Jets with the second overall pick.
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BYU Record Holder for Touchdowns and Completion Percentage
Wilson holds the BYU record for most touchdown passes in a single season (33) and highest completion percentage (73.5%) in a single season.
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Named College Football's Most Improved Player
In 2020, Zach Wilson was named College Football's most improved player as he led BYU to an 11-1 record and a win in the Boca Raton Bowl.
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Led BYU to its First National Ranking since
In 2020, Zach Wilson led BYU to its first national ranking since 2009 and their highest finish in the AP poll since 1996.
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Won 22 Straight Games at Home
During his college career at BYU, Zach Wilson won 22 straight home games, including a perfect 14-0 record in his final two seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Zach Wilson is a professional American football player who was born on August 3, 1999, and is currently 24 years old. He is best known for his college football career at BYU as well as for being the second overall draft pick in the 2021 NFL Draft by the New York Jets.
Zach Wilson has an estimated net worth of $10M. He is an American football player and is best known for playing as quarterback for Brigham Young University. His wealth comes from his salary from the NFL, endorsement deals, and other business investments.