History of Roman Wilson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 30, 2026

Roman Wilson is a professional American football wide receiver currently playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was drafted by the Steelers in the third round of the 2024 NFL draft after a successful college career with the Michigan Wolverines. During his time at Michigan, Wilson won three consecutive Big Ten Conference titles and a national championship in 2023. He was also recognized as an All-Big Ten selection. Wilson's college performance led to his transition to the NFL.

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June 19, 2001: Roman Wilson Born

On June 19, 2001, Roman Jeffrey Wilson was born. He is an American professional football wide receiver.

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July 2019: Committed to Michigan

In July 2019, Roman Wilson committed to play college football for the University of Michigan.

2019: Nike's The Opening

In 2019, Roman Wilson attended Nike's The Opening regional camp, winning the ‘Fastest Man’ race with a 4.37-second 40-yard dash. He was rated as a four-star recruit and the third-best player from Hawaii.

2019: Senior Season Success

In 2019, as a senior, Roman Wilson caught 61 passes for 1,025 yards and 11 touchdowns. He also caught eight passes for 171 yards, including an 86-yard touchdown, in the state championship game.

November 7, 2020: First Career Touchdown

On November 7, 2020, Roman Wilson caught his first career touchdown, a 13-yard pass from Joe Milton, against Indiana during his freshman year.

2021: Sophomore Season

In 2021, during his sophomore year, Roman Wilson appeared in all 13 games, catching 25 passes for 420 yards and two touchdowns, and rushing for 59 yards on three carries.

2022: Touchdowns Against Colorado State and Hawaii

In 2022, during the season opener against Colorado State, Roman Wilson scored a 61-yard touchdown. He scored two touchdowns against Hawaii, one a 42-yard pass from J.J. McCarthy and another a 21-yard run. Overall for the 2022 season, he caught 25 passes for 376 yards and four touchdowns and also rushed for two touchdowns.

2023: National Championship and All-Big Ten Selection

In 2023, Roman Wilson started all 15 games, won a national championship with Michigan, and was named second-team All-Big Ten. He scored the touchdown that sent the Rose Bowl game against Alabama into overtime, finishing the season with 48 receptions for 789 yards and 12 touchdowns.

2023: National Championship Win

In 2023, Roman Wilson won a national championship with the Michigan Wolverines. He also received an All-Big Ten selection.

2024: NFL Draft and Injury

In 2024, Roman Wilson was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers. He sustained an ankle injury during training camp, causing him to miss preseason. He returned in Week 6, but was later placed on the Reserve/Injured List due to a hamstring injury and remained there for the rest of his rookie season.

September 14, 2025: First Professional Catch

On September 14, 2025, Roman Wilson made his first professional catch, a seven-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers, during a 31–17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. It was his only catch during that game.