Jets' Wilson: Overpaid or Upside Bet?

0:00On March 28th, the New York Jets are in full rebuild mode, shipping out stars like sauce gardener, Quinn and Williams and Jermaine Johnson over the past, year plus Justin Fields to the Chiefs. Now Bleacher Report calls why receiver Garrett Wilson, their most overpaid guy, with his new four-year $130 million extension. That starts next season. That deal carries a $32.5 million average annual value, sixth highest for receivers. Wilson is talented, no doubt, but he has not cracked 1,200 yards or eight touchdowns in any season yet. Fans and analysts point out his 2022 Rookie of the Year award and career high last year with 1,104 yards. Seven scores on 101 catches. Still, compared to other big money receivers, his numbers fall short. The real issue, shaky quarterbacks and weak offenses holding him back his whole career. In a vacuum, the contract looks steep, but with cap space and roster holes, it locks in a cornerstone during the

1:03rebuild. Give Wilson a solid QB in play collar, and he could justify every penny with all pro stats. For now, the Jets bet on his upside while piecing the puzzle back together. Stay locked in with NFL news today, AI-powered updates. I'm Cory with the story.