Jason Wiltz facts for kids
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| Position: | Defensive tackle / Defensive end |
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| Born: | November 23, 1976 New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Height: | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Weight: | 300 lb (136 kg) |
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| High school: | St. Augustine (New Orleans, Louisiana) |
| College: | Nebraska (1994–1998) |
| NFL Draft: | 1999 / Round: 4 / Pick: 123 |
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Jason T. Wiltz is a former American football player. He played as a defensive lineman for the New York Jets. He was part of the National Football League (NFL) for two seasons. The Jets picked him in the 1999 NFL draft. He also played college football at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
Early Life and School
Jason T. Wiltz was born in New Orleans, Louisiana. This was on November 23, 1976. He went to St. Augustine High School there.
College Football Journey
Jason Wiltz played college football for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. They are part of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. In 1994, he took a "redshirt" year. This means he practiced but did not play in games.
In 1995, he played in only three games. He was a backup defensive tackle. From 1996 to 1998, he was a "letterman." This means he played enough to earn a special award. In 1996, he played in all 12 games. He made 20 tackles, including one sack.
During the 1997 season, he played in 11 games and started ten. He had 14 solo tackles and 20 assisted tackles. He also made two sacks and recovered one fumble. As a senior in 1998, he played in ten games and started nine. He recorded ten solo tackles and 25 assisted tackles. He also had one sack, forced one fumble, and made two interceptions. Jason Wiltz earned his college degree in sociology in 2016.
Professional Football Career
The New York Jets chose Jason Wiltz in the 1999 NFL draft. He was the 123rd player picked overall. As a new player, he made an interception in two games in a row. The Jets released him from the team on September 2, 2001.
Wiltz then signed with the Chicago Bears. This happened on March 22, 2002. However, the Bears released him on September 1, 2002.
