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Social Media Couldn’t Get Enough Of Throw From Zach Wilson In Jets Camp
Aug 2, 2022, 11:37 AM
New York Jets QB Zach Wilson made a highlight pass in training camp that impressed everyone. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
(Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Zach Wilson has social media buzzing after a throw he made in New York Jets camp.
The second-year quarterback has high expectations coming into this season. A big reason for the lofty expectations is his arm talent.
During his rookie season with the Jets, like any rookie, there was a share of ups and downs. But with the work he is putting in, paired with talent, many around the NFL see a big leap for the former BYU star.
The throw he made on Monday, August 1, at Jets camp exemplifies the heightened expectations for the former No. 2 pick.
Off-platform throw from Zach Wilson in Jets Camp
Wilson tossed an off-platform throw down the field to his second-year teammate, Elijah Moore.
Since the TL was asking…@ZachWilson DEEP to @e_moore03 🛫 pic.twitter.com/32GViJwXlv
— New York Jets (@nyjets) August 1, 2022
The pass reminded people of the bomb Wilson tossed during his Pro Day workout at the BYU Indoor Practice Facility in March 2021.
March 26, 2021 ➡️ August 1, 2022
Pretty cool to see the direct correlation between Zach Wilson’s viral pro day throw and today’s throw from practice. pic.twitter.com/m4kAvbKI6P
— Ethan Greenberg (@EGreenbergJets) August 1, 2022
There were reports that Wilson’s pass was in the air for more than 50 yards.
Zach Wilson with a gorgeous touchdown. A 70-yard touchdown to Elijah Moore that easily traveled 50-plus in air. His best throw of summer. Not close.
Moore beat Reed. #Jets
— Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) August 1, 2022
After all the buzz surrounding the initial tweet from the Jets’ official account, they shared another angle of the deep ball from Wilson to Moore. Sure enough, that thing was flying through half the field.
full shot on the Zach throw pic.twitter.com/rtTTuMhRr9
— Dan Desp (@_dandesp) August 1, 2022
After the video made the rounds on Twitter and other social media platforms, people were buzzing about Wilson.
Wilson and the Jets kick off their preseason schedule on August 12 when they take on the Philadelphia Eagles.
Mitch Harper is a BYU Insider for KSLsports.com and host of the Cougar Tracks Podcast (SUBSCRIBE) and Cougar Sports Saturday (Saturday from 12–3 p.m.) on KSL Newsradio. Follow him on Twitter: @Mitch_Harper.
