1. Damien Wilson was born on May 28,1993 and is an American professional football linebacker.
20 Facts About Damien Wilson
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Damien Wilson played college football at Minnesota, and was selected by the Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2015 NFL draft.
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Damien Wilson has played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Carolina Panthers.
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Damien Wilson accepted a scholarship from Alcorn State University, but transferred to Jones County Junior College after his freshman season.
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Damien Wilson tallied 39 tackles, five quarterback hurries, one sack and seven special teams tackles.
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On March 14,2019, Damien Wilson signed a two-year, $5.75 million contract with the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Damien Wilson started all 16 games at middle linebacker, posting 81 tackles, 1.5 sacks and one forced fumble.
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Damien Wilson started all 3 playoff games while helping the Chiefs win their first Super Bowl in 50 years.
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Damien Wilson had 11 tackles against the Los Angeles Chargers.
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Damien Wilson signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on April 2,2021.
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Damien Wilson had a career year, starting all 17 games at left inside linebacker, finishing second on the team with 104 tackles, 3 sacks, 5 passes defensed, one interception, one forced fumble and 2 special teams tackles.
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Damien Wilson made 5 tackles one sack, one interception and one forced fumble in the season finale against the Indianapolis Colts.
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On March 17,2022, Damien Wilson signed a two-year, $6.9 million contract with the Carolina Panthers.
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Damien Wilson played in 17 games with five starts at middle linebacker, recording 32 tackles, 2 sacks and 6 special teams tackles.
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Damien Wilson had 4 tackles and one sack in the season-opener against the Cleveland Browns.
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Damien Wilson made 9 tackles and one sack against the San Francisco 49ers.
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Damien Wilson signed with the Cowboys' practice squad on January 3,2024.
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Damien Wilson was re-signed by the Cowboys on April 29,2024.
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On July 4,2017, Damien Wilson was arrested at Toyota Stadium on two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon during an Independence Day celebration.
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Damien Wilson was then released on a $10,000 bond for each count.