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Former NFLer Nate Burleson not ready to give up Zack Wilson‘s career is still… TMZSports The New York Jets QB could be an NFL starter.
The 2021 No. 2 overall pick was benched after the Jets lost 19-3 to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday Night Football.
in fact, Mike White — Replaced Wilson as QB1 earlier this season — He was reportedly cleared to play Monday after a rib injury cemented Wilson’s return to the pines. rice field.
While Wilson’s career has gotten off to a nightmare start, Burleson, who played 11 seasons in the league, wants everyone to take a break before labeling the 23-year-old a bankrupt.
“Give him some time,” the TV host told us at LAX on Friday.
Burleson says Wilson is learning how to handle his tasks as an NFL quarterback…and that includes taking accountability for his bad plays when speaking to the media.
“You can lose a team by playing, but you can also lose a team by how you react to a play,” added Burleson. “I think that’s the biggest lesson he’s learned. What you say to the media can affect the locker room.”
Wilson may be on the bench for now, but NB believes he can regain the top spot on the NFL’s depth chart in the future.
“He has the tools to become QB1 in this league, but it will take time.”
There’s more — Nate also introduces us to his entire family…and they’re all superstars in their own right!!