Wade Wilson - NFL Career Overview

Date of Birth: February 1, 1959

Position: Quarterback

Career Timeline

• Minnesota Vikings (1981-1985)
  • Drafted in the 8th round of the 1981 NFL Draft.
  • Started his career as a backup quarterback.
  • Gained experience and played in several games, eventually becoming a starter.
• Atlanta Falcons (1986-1987)
  • Served as a backup and contributed to the team's offense during his tenure.
• New Orleans Saints (1987)
  • Played briefly with the Saints, providing depth at the quarterback position.
• Dallas Cowboys (1989-1991)
  • Played a key role in the Cowboys' resurgence in the early '90s.
  • Contributed as a reliable backup and mentor to young quarterbacks.
• Oakland Raiders (1997-1999)
  • Finished his career with the Raiders, providing veteran leadership.
  • Played his final NFL game in 1999.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Known for his strong arm and ability to read defenses.
• Played in a total of 88 games over his NFL career.
• Had a career completion percentage of approximately 55%.
• Threw for over 12,000 passing yards and 83 touchdowns during his career.
• Mentored several young quarterbacks throughout his time in the league.

Post-NFL Career

After retiring from professional football, Wade Wilson transitioned into coaching, sharing his extensive knowledge of the game with the next generation of quarterbacks.