Jets Make Garrett Wilson One of NFL’s Highest-Paid WRs in Blockbuster Extension

The New York Jets have made a bold commitment to their offensive future — and it comes in the form of a massive contract extension for star wide receiver Garrett Wilson.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Jets and Wilson have agreed to a four-year, $130 million deal that includes a jaw-dropping $84.5 million guaranteed. The extension makes Wilson one of the highest-paid wide receivers in NFL history, and it ensures the team’s top playmaker will be catching passes in green and white for years to come.

Garrett Wilson In Elite Company
With this deal, Wilson joins the elite ranks of the NFL’s highest-paid receivers, trailing only a few names in terms of average annual value. His $32.5 million per year places him just behind Eagles star A.J. Brown and Vikings phenom Justin Jefferson. But unlike those players, Wilson is only entering Year 3 of his rookie contract — a testament to how much faith the Jets have in his trajectory.

What It Means for the Jets
Wilson, the 2022 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, has already established himself as one of the league’s top young talents. Despite inconsistent quarterback play and injuries around him, he’s put up back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and has become the heartbeat of the Jets’ offense.

Now, with Justin Fields under center and a new offensive coordinator in Tanner Engstrand, the Jets are signaling that this is Garrett Wilson’s offense to dominate. Locking up Wilson before his value skyrocketed even higher shows foresight from the front office — a calculated move to build long-term offensive stability.

Agent & Deal Breakdown
Wilson is represented by Jeff Nalley of CAA Football, who also negotiated deals for other top-tier wideouts. As NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport noted, the guaranteed money ($84.5M) is the second-most ever for a wide receiver.

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Locker Room Reaction
Jets beat reporter Connor Hughes of SNY shared a video showing Wilson walking into the locker room after the deal was announced — surrounded by teammates, smiling, and holding a signed contract. The mood was electric, with players erupting in celebration, echoing the sentiment that this extension isn’t just about one player — it’s about the direction the entire team is heading.

Final Thoughts

The Jets are clearly all-in on Garrett Wilson, and this deal proves it. With a young quarterback in Fields, a new coaching staff, and now a locked-in WR1, the Jets are building something they hope can finally lift the franchise into sustained contention.

This is no longer about potential — it’s about results. And Garrett Wilson just became the face of that vision.