Garrett Wilson
NFL wide receiver, 2021 Offensive Rookie of the Year
Born
July 22nd, 2000
25 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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