History of Zach Wilson in Timeline

Zach Wilson is an American football quarterback who currently plays for the Denver Broncos. He was drafted second overall by the New York Jets in 2021 after a successful college career at Brigham Young University. Wilson started for the Jets for three seasons, but inconsistency and injuries resulted in his trade to the Broncos in 2024.

August 3, 1999: Zach Wilson is born

On August 3, 1999, Zach Wilson was born.

2018: First Season at BYU

In 2018, Zach Wilson began his college football career at BYU, playing in 9 games and making 7 starts, including becoming the youngest quarterback to start a game for BYU. He was also named the MVP of the 2018 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.

2019: Sophomore Season at BYU

In 2019, Zach Wilson continued his college football career at BYU, starting 9 games. He was named BYU's MVP in the Cougars' loss at the 2019 Hawaii Bowl.

2020: Junior Season at BYU

In 2020, during his Junior season at BYU, Zach Wilson led the Cougars to a 10-1 record in the regular season and won the 2020 Boca Raton Bowl, where he was named Offensive MVP. He was also selected as a recipient of the 2020 Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award.

July 29, 2021: Signs rookie contract with Jets

On July 29, 2021, Zach Wilson signed his rookie contract with the New York Jets.

2021: Drafted by the New York Jets

In 2021, Zach Wilson was selected second overall by the New York Jets in the NFL Draft.

2022: Injured and returns to lead winning streak

In 2022, Zach Wilson missed the first three games of the season due to a knee injury. Upon returning, he led the Jets to a four-game winning streak.

2023: Backup to Aaron Rodgers

In 2023, Zach Wilson became the backup to Aaron Rodgers on the Jets. He took over as the starter after Rodgers was injured in week 1, and Wilson led the team to a victory.

April 23, 2024: Traded to the Denver Broncos

On April 23, 2024, Zach Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos. The Broncos declined the fifth-year option on his contract, making him a free agent after the season.