Zach Wilson is an American professional football quarterback currently with the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL)[3]. Born Zachary Kopono Wilson on August 3, 1999, in Draper, Utah, he is of Polynesian descent and grew up locally, attending Corner Canyon High School, where he was a standout quarterback and runner-up for Utah’s Mr. Football Award in 2017 after a prolific high school career[1][6]. Wilson played college football at Brigham Young University (BYU), where he started in 28 of 30 career games and became the youngest freshman quarterback to start for the Cougars[2]. His collegiate career peaked in 2020, when he threw for 3,692 yards, 33 touchdowns, and only 3 interceptions, earning him a spot among Heisman Trophy candidates and the Polynesian Football Player of the Year award[1][2]. Wilson entered the NFL as the second overall pick in the 2021 draft, selected by the New York Jets[3]. He signed a four-year, $35.15 million rookie contract, fully guaranteed, with the Jets, but his early NFL career has been marked by inconsistency and struggles, as reflected in the team’s win-loss record during his tenure[1][3]. Despite showing flashes of potential, Wilson was frequently the subject of media scrutiny and coaching decisions regarding his starting role, with the Jets at times benching him in favor of other quarterbacks[4]. Ahead of the 2024 season, Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos, where he competed for the starting job but did not see regular-season action[4]. In 2025, he joined the Miami Dolphins, initially serving as the top reserve quarterback before being demoted ahead of Week 7[5]. Standing 6’2” and weighing 214 pounds, Wilson is known for his athleticism and arm talent but has yet to establish himself as a consistent NFL starter[3][4]. Off the field, he married Nicolette Dellanno in a high-profile Manhattan wedding in 2024[5]. As of October 2025, Wilson remains an active NFL player, continuing to compete for opportunities in a league where quarterback roles are highly competitive and subject to rapid change[3][5].
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New York Jets' rookie quarterback Justin Fields suffered an apparent leg injury in a training camp practice, potentially impacting the team's plans for the upcoming season.
The New York Jets have secured wide receiver Garrett Wilson for the next four years, demonstrating their commitment to building a strong offense.
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The New York Jets have secured their future with a 4-year contract extension with wide receiver Garrett Wilson. Wilson has shown his value and potential as a key player for the Jets.
