Garrett Wilson

NFL wide receiver, 2021 Offensive Rookie of the Year

Garrett Wilson - NFL wide receiver, 2021 Offensive Rookie of the Year
Born

July 22nd, 2000
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional football player participated in the National Football League as a wide receiver. Played college football at Ohio State University, where achievements included a consensus All-American selection. Drafted by the New York Jets in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. In the 2022 season, displayed exceptional skills and performance, leading to recognition as the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. Continued to develop into a key component of the Jets' offense.

Selected 10th overall in the 2022 NFL Draft by the New York Jets

Named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2021

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