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C. J. Wilson (cornerback)
American football player (born 1989) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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C. J. Wilson (born November 18, 1989) is a former American football cornerback who played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the National Football League (NFL). He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played college football at NC State. He was also a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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Early life
Wilson attended Lincolnton High School in Lincolnton, North Carolina. In 2007, he helped lead the Lincolnton football team to the NCHSAA 2A state championship title. In the state championship game, he rushed for 67 yards and two touchdowns, caught two passes for 41 yards and made five tackles.[1]
College career
Wilson played college football at NC State. During his career at NC State, he recorded 114 tackles, 4 interceptions and had 3 interceptions returned for touchdowns.[2]
Professional career
Chicago Bears
On April 28, 2013, Wilson signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent.[3] He was waived on October 28, but was brought back onto the practice squad.[4]
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Wilson lost two fingers in a fireworks accident on July 4, 2015.[5] On July 24, 2015, Wilson announced he was retiring from the NFL due to his injuries.[6][7]
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