He too would eventually be graced with an ever-desired selection by an NFL franchise, but Wilson’s moment of actualization didn’t come until the sixth round (pick 213). But like faulty skates on ice, Wilson continued to slip in the draft as he watched peer after peer receive the call of their life before him. Despite suffering a season-ending ankle ailment during his senior campaign, Wilson still held high hopes for the combine/scouting process given his impressive stat-line, and commendable film tape while in school. Wilson entered the 2019 draft after a successful four-year tenure at Texas A&M University, where he transitioned between stints at nickel defensive back, and safety. His personal vendetta: prove all those whom had doubted him during his draft year to be indubitably wrong. His mission from a team’s standpoint: collect as many W’s as possible to substantiate their record for a playoff push. He’s a visible man on a mission while on the gridiron, possessing an insatiable appetite to minimize opponent yardage gains, and perhaps saw a head or two off in the process. Wilson may not have the most speed, the quickest agility burst, or the best coverage skills, but one tool he’s never lacked during his NFL tenure is obvious: hustle. And if you’ve ever watched him play, it’s not hard to tell that a similar drive motivates the why behind his try. If you’ve ever heard Donovan Wilson speak, you can gather with near immediacy that there’s a certain hunger that lies behind his words.

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