Jets Agree to Terms With 1st Round CB Kyle Wilson

Multiple news outlets are reporting that the New York Jets have agreed to terms with first-round cornerback Kyle Wilson.

Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News reports the deal is worth $13 million dollars (max) and included more than $7 million in guarantees.

Wilson started his final 45 games at Boise State, recording 160 tackles and a pair of quarterback sacks, along with 38 total passes defensed, including 11 interceptions, two of which were returned for touchdowns.

Wilson also averaged 12.6 yards on 63 punt returns with three touchdowns.

A three-time All-WAC selection (first-team in 2008, 2009), Wilson was a second-team All-American following his senior season.

The 5-10, 194-pound Wilson was unable to do a full workout at the Combine, but posted 25 reps on the 225-pound bench press...At his pro day in Boise, Wilson ran a 4.43-40 with a 38" vertical leap and 10'02", demonstrating his superb athleticism.

Wilson is a physical corner, unafraid to stick his nose in on run support, and has a willingness and ability to deliver the big hit on an opposing ball-carrier. Wilson is also adept at man coverage, and has excellent closing speed to make plays on the ball.

Wilson will likely begin his career as the nickel corner on the Jets' defense, and should be in the mix at punt returner, as well.

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