Washington Redskins
Josh Wilson - #26 - CB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 9"/ 188 lbs. |
| Birthday | 03/11/1985 |
| Birthplace | Upper Marlboro, MD |
| College | Maryland |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 2nd round, 23rd pick by Seahawks |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 74 | 3 | 2 |
Key matchup: Cowboys WR Dez Bryant vs. Redskins' secondary
He might be a Pro Bowl snub, but Cowboys WR Dez Bryant might be the hottest receiver in football. Can the Redskins stop him?
Key matchup: Eagles QB Nick Foles vs. Redskins pass defense
In Thursday's key matchup, we take a look at the Redskins' key battle with the Eagles in Philadelphia.
Key matchup: Redskins secondary vs. Ravens receivers
For Thursday's key matchup, we take a look at the Redskins' shorthanded secondary facing off against the Ravens' talented but inconsistent receivers.
Redskins won't ignore secondary need
The Redskins' biggest need on defense appears to be in the secondary, even though new position coach Raheem Morris will help.
Report: CB Wilson agrees to deal with Redskins
The Redskins have agreed to a deal with former Ravens CB Josh Wilson, according to PFW correspondent and Baltimore Sun writer Jamison Hensley.
Ravens will have plenty of options if free agents depart
The Ravens could have a productive start to the new league year by simply re-signing some of their own players. However, if that fails, the Ravens will have some options.
Free agency could be an especially busy time for Ravens
No AFC North team might be more affected than the Ravens if the NFL reverts back to its pre-2010 free-agent rules.
Broncos unlikely to bring Orton back
Although he may give Denver its best chance of winning in 2011, QB Kyle Orton is unlikely to return because of the fans' preference for Tim Tebow, according to AFC Whispers.
Reed's powers of anticipation product of study
The Baltimore secondary has played better recently, and not surprisingly, FS Ed Reed has played a major role in that improvement.
Ravens beat Texans in overtime, 34-28
Josh Wilson intercepted Matt Schaub's pass and returned it 12 yards for a touchdown in overtime. lifting the Baltimore Ravens to a 34-28 win over the Houston Texans on Monday night.
Ravens' Wilson challenged in new starting role
Since winning a starting job in Week Nine, Baltimore CB Josh Wilson has had some rough moments, such as when he had to cover Atlanta's top receiver, Roddy White, in Week 10. Read more in our AFC North Whispers.
Ravens not done tinkering with secondary
Our AFC North Whispers indicate that Baltimore may continue to address its defensive backfield following the recent trade for Seattle CB Josh Wilson.
Seahawks concluded Wilson was expendable
None of our Seahawks sources could honestly say they saw the trade of fan favorite Josh Wilson to the Ravens coming.
Report: Ravens acquire CB Wilson from Seahawks
The Ravens added depth to a banged-up secondary Tuesday, trading a conditional fifth-round pick to the Seahawks for CB Josh Wilson, according to an ESPN report.
Jennings could regain starting job in Seattle
We hear former first-round pick Kelly Jennings, who performed quite well earlier this offseason, could be closing in on Josh Wilson for the Seahawks' starting RCB job.
PLAYER NEWS
Wilson is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals.|||||||
Wilson left last week's game with a concussion but has been cleared for contact.
The Seattle Seahawks have traded Wilson to the Baltimore Ravens for a conditional 2011 draft pick.|||||||
Wilson spent his first three seasons with the Seahawks after being a second-round pick out of Maryland in 2007. Wilson started 23 of 28 games the last two seasons and took both of his interceptions a year ago back for touchdowns. Wilson has also been a standout on special teams, averaging 27 and 25 yards per kickoff return his first two years in the league.
Wilson returned four kicks for 146 yards in the Seahawks' 20-10 loss at Tampa Bay on Sunday.|||||||
This was Wilson's second-best such performance of the season as he returned eight kicks for 163 yards in a road loss to the New York Giants on Oct. 5. Wilson is the Seahawks' leading returner with 713 yards - the third-highest total in the NFL.
Wilson was inactive for Sunday's game against Baltimore because of a quadriceps injury.|||||||
The rookie cornerback has not played since sustaining the injury on Dec. 2 at Philadelphia.
Wilson suffered a quadriceps injury in Sunday's 28-24 win at Philadelphia.|||||||
The extent of the injury is unknown, so monitor his progress throughout the week. Wilson is a reserve cornerback for the Seahawks, so he has no fantasy value.
