I’m a fan of trends. You know the old saying, credited to writer and philosopher George Santayana, “Those who do not learn from the past are doomed to repeat it.” That quote could be particularly relevant in the case of BYU quarterback Zach Wilson. The young signal-caller is expected to be the second overall pick of the New York Jets in the 2021 NFL Draft. Sam Darnold's trade to the Panthers makes it a virtual lock that Wilson will be under center for the Men in Green when next season starts.
Here’s the problem. There are a ton of red flags when it comes to Wilson.