No other New York Jets player had a harder job in 2023 than Garrett Wilson.
Yes, even compared to the quarterbacks and offensive linemen.
Wilson was out on an island on every play — as the only Jets receiver posing any legitimate threat to a defense. That meant opponents were constantly shading coverage his way and double-teaming him.
On the surface, Wilson performed admirably: he caught 95 balls for 1,042 yards and three scores. Boxscore analysis will make him a top receiver once more. What do the underlying numbers and the film have to say, though?