New York Jets and Garrett Wilson Reach Historic $130 Million Extension

The New York Jets have taken an enormous step towards securing their bright star at wide receiver, Garrett Wilson, by signing a hefty four-year, $130 million extension, with a whopping $90 million guaranteed to be paid out. It is the first historic deal: ESPN has reported that Wilson will represent the first receiver in NFL history to earn more than $31 million per season after only three seasons in the NFL.

ESPN sources: Jets and wide receiver Garrett Wilson reached agreement on a four-year, $130 million contract extension that includes $90 million guaranteed. It marks the first time in NFL history that a receiver has received an average over $31 million after playing only three… pic.twitter.com/eGynmv7JwN
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Garrett Wilson’s Rise to Stardom

Garrett Wilson was selected at number 10 in 2022, and it took him no time to become one of the best receivers in the league. He becomes the first Jets of all time to make more than 1,000 receiving yards during his first three seasons, having 279 catches, 3,249 yards receiving, and 14 touchdowns to date. He broke career highs in receiving in 2024, recording 101 receptions, 1,104 yards, and seven receiving touchdowns. Even though the team was constantly unstable at the position of quarterback.

The move keeps Wilson with the Jets through 2030 (six years) and is an indication that the team wants to center its offense around the 24-year-old.

The Justin Fields Connection

The Jets have conducted the swap of their quarterback as they brought Justin Fields to the team, so it’s only logical to ask how successful the tandem of Wilson and Fields will be, at least in the short-term perspective. Yet, this looks optimistic. Fields and Wilson played alongside each other at Ohio State, with the former throwing the latter 1,201 yards on 11 scores across two years. Last season, Wilson hauled in 43 receptions, 723 yards, and six touchdowns in only eight games with Fields as quarterback.

Justin Fields + Garrett Wilson

College Stats: Ohio State
- Fields had a passer rating of 133 when targeting Wilson

- 1,201 yards / 11 Touchdowns

- Wilson also had 22 receptions of 20+ yards

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Now both with NFL experience and the fact that they have their collegiate chemistry, this could be the making of a great chapter for the New York Jets.

Fantasy and Franchise Impact

The extension officially solidifies Wilson as one of the best receivers in the league and in fantasy football. He is currently being drafted as WR15 in the third round due to his talent and the instability of the Jets at the quarterback situation.

As far as the Jets are concerned, this is a great investment on their part. With both Garrett Wilson secured to a long-term contract and Justin Fields at signal-caller, New York is locking in on stability and star power to bring them back into playoff relevance.

Oct 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) celebrates with wide receiver Allen Lazard (10) after scoring on a 1-yard touchdown reception against the New York Jets in the fourth quarter at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Dec 29, 2024; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) runs with the ball after making a catch against the Buffalo Bills in the first quarter at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images