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Jets impressed by Wilson’s poise, but want to limit pressure

Jets impressed by Wilson’s poise, but want to limit pressure

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson’s teammates were still buzzing a few days after the New York Jets quarterback made his NFL debut. It wasn’t necessarily because of the solid but unspectacular stats he put up. It was the way the rookie remained poised, cool-headed and unfazed while constantly […]

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‘Captain’ Wilson prepared to lead Jets into season opener

‘Captain’ Wilson prepared to lead Jets into season opener

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson is a rookie, a leader and one of the New York Jets’ team captains. It’s an impressive first impression for the young quarterback who’s preparing for his NFL regular-season debut Sunday at Carolina. The Jets zeroed in on Wilson and made the former […]

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Jets rookie QB Wilson driven to succeed by his ‘process’

Jets rookie QB Wilson driven to succeed by his ‘process’

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson became a college star and top NFL prospect for all the things everyone saw each week on the field at BYU. It was a lengthy list that seemed to grow with each performance. But the New York Jets rookie quarterback’s process has been […]

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Pump the brakes: Patience key to Jets QB Wilson’s progress

Pump the brakes: Patience key to Jets QB Wilson’s progress

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Practice completions and touchdowns or the lack thereof are far from the most important measuring sticks in Zach Wilson’s development. Two weeks into training camp, the New York Jets are tracking the rookie quarterback’s overall progress. And staying patient. Even if some fans and media […]

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AP source: Jets give QB Zach Wilson 4-year, $35.15 deal

AP source: Jets give QB Zach Wilson 4-year, $35.15 deal

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — A person with direct knowledge of the deal says the New York Jets and quarterback Zach Wilson have agreed to terms on his four-year rookie contract. The No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft in April missed the first two days of training camp […]

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Solid start to NFL education for Jets’ ‘unflappable’ Wilson

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The natural ability that made the New York Jets fall in love with Zach Wilson was on display this spring with the rookie quarterback’s arm strength, off-balance throws, accuracy and making plays out of nothing at all. Wilson has also impressed with his penchant for […]

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Jets rookie QB Wilson ‘relentless’ in quest to learn offense

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Zach Wilson has been making a good first impression on his New York Jets coaches and teammates. Coach Robert Saleh says the No. 2 overall pick in the draft last month has been “relentless” in his pursuit of knowledge as he acclimates to life in […]

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Jets draft BYU QB Wilson, trade up to take USC G Vera-Tucker

Jets draft BYU QB Wilson, trade up to take USC G Vera-Tucker

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Jets selected BYU quarterback Zach Wilson with the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft. Wilson had been linked to the Jets for the last few months and New York made him the newest face of a frustrated franchise that has gone […]

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With Darnold gone, Jets focused on finding next franchise QB

With Darnold gone, Jets focused on finding next franchise QB

NEW YORK (AP) — Joe Douglas and the New York Jets discussed, debated and contemplated every scenario regarding Sam Darnold. The choice to ultimately trade the promising but inconsistent quarterback was a sensible but far from simple solution. Douglas said Tuesday it was the best decision for the entire organization […]

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Zach Wilson shines in passing drills at BYU pro day

Zach Wilson shines in passing drills at BYU pro day

PROVO, Utah (AP) — Zach Wilson has given observers a taste of why he’s projected to go higher in the NFL draft than any BYU player before him. The quarterback only took part in passing drills during BYU’s pro day, following a script of 60 passes drawn up by former […]

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