Zach Wilson Looks 'Drastically Better' During Second Practice with Jets

After signing his rookie contract on Thursday, Zach Wilson to the field for his first official practice as a New York Jet on Friday. As you might expect, the second overall pick experienced ups and downs during his first day at training camp. Wilson's best throw on Friday came on this deep play-action pass to fellow rookie Elijah Moore.

🔥Zach Wilson ➡️ Elijah Moore🔥 pic.twitter.com/hhvnajRY2v
— Cool Your Jets (@CYJpod) July 30, 2021

After that throw, Wilson struggled to find his rhythm.

Really rough series for Wilson in 7-on-7 drill near goal line. Completed just 1 of 6 passes, and that one was short of end zone. #Jets
— Connor Hughes (@Connor_J_Hughes) July 30, 2021

On Saturday, Wilson took the field once again for his second day of training camp. According to DJ Bien-Aime, Wilson looked "drastically better" on Saturday. Below is a social media recap of Zach Wilson's second day at Jets training camp.

Zach Wilson starts practice looking drastically better than yesterday. Good to see 5-6 during the first two periods of team. Showed off some play maker skills with a throw to Mims. #Jets the fans are enjoying the show
— DJ Bien-Aime (@Djbienaime) July 31, 2021

"Zach Wilson starts practice looking drastically better than yesterday. Good to see 5-6 during the first two periods of team. Showed off some play maker skills with a throw to Mims. Jets the fans are enjoying the show." - DJ Bien-Aime

Zach Wilson ➡️ Corey Davis pic.twitter.com/NVNGqADU2o
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson to Keelan Cole who makes a great catch pic.twitter.com/4bjNtp4nHc
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson to Elijah Moore again. These two are something else pic.twitter.com/wQVPtalqfC
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson throws a gorgeous dime to Elijah Moore for a touchdown#Jets pic.twitter.com/l7eF7ixPF3
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson scrambles and fires it to Denzel Mims pic.twitter.com/YW9fj84J7E
— Optimistic Jets (@OptimisticJets) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson looks more comfortable today. Strong period early on practice. Spun out of would-be sack and hit Denzel Mims for about 10. #jets
— Rich Cimini (@RichCimini) July 31, 2021

Mekhi Becton says everything has impressed him with Zach Wilson. Said he “loved” the throw to Moore #Jets
— DJ Bien-Aime (@Djbienaime) July 31, 2021

Zach Wilson to Michael Carter #Jets pic.twitter.com/hkOd1sK3qY
— DJ Bien-Aime (@Djbienaime) July 31, 2021

Getting used to this connection #Jets pic.twitter.com/Ka4bHPV521
— Stephen Russo (@stephenrusso9) July 31, 2021

Wilson rose to the top of the Jets' draft board after he impressed the front office (and the rest of the country for that matter) during his pro day. The Jets selected Wilson with the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Wilson will take the field for the first time as New York Jet when the Jets take on the Giants in the preseason. That game kicks off on August 14th.

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