Michael Wilson is an American football wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals as of the 2024 NFL season. The Cardinals drafted him with the 94th overall pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft. He also appeared as one of the seven wide receivers to have a breakout year in 2024 on Bleacher Report’s list. Wilson attended Chaminade College Prep High School in L.A. before enrolling at Stanford University.
He played for the Stanford Cardinal for five years from 2018 to 2022. However, injuries made him miss a significant chunk of time in his last 3 years at the university. According to Sports Illustrated, Wilson saw his season come to an abrupt end in 2020 and 2022 due to season-ending injuries. According to Sports Reference, he finished his collegiate career by reeling in 134 passes for over 1,600 yards and 11 touchdowns. Wilson’s injury woes continued in his rookie season with the Cardinals where he missed 4 games due to a shoulder injury. He still finished the year with 565 receiving yards and 3 touchdowns.
Michael Wilson Contract Breakdown
According to Spotrac, Michael Wilson signed his rookie contract of 4 years $5,339,461 with the Arizona Cardinals on May 11 2023. The contract runs through the 2026 season.
The details of the contract are provided below:
| Contract | Signing Bonus | Average Salary | GTD at Sign | Total GTD |
| 4 yr(s) / $5,339,461 | 883,244 | 1,334,865 | 883,244 | 883,244 |
| Year | Base Salary | Signing Bonus | Cap Hit | Dead Cap | Yearly Cash |
| 2023 | 750,000 | 883,244 | 970,811 | 883,244 | 2,037,522 |
| 2024 | 992,703 | 1,213,514 | 662,433 | 992,703 | |
| 2025 | 1,235,406 | 1,456,217 | 441,622 | 1,235,406 | |
| 2026 | 1,478,108 | 1,698,919 | 220,811 | 1,478,108 |
Michael Wilson Salary
As per the terms of Michael Wilson’s contract with the Arizona Cardinals, he has an average annual salary of $1,334,865. In 2024, Wilson is set to earn a base salary of $992,703. The contract amounts for 2024 to carry a cap hit of $1,213,514 and a dead cap value of $662,433.
What are the terms of Michael Wilson's Contract?
According to Spotrac, Wilson’s deal with the Cardinals included a $883,244 signing bonus and guaranteed him $883,244 at the signing. His signing proration is spread across four years at around $220k per year.
How much does Michael Wilson make per minute?
Michael Wilson makes $2.54 per minute in his four-year rookie contract with the Arizona Cardinals.
Michael Wilson Career Earnings
As of October 2024, Wilson has earned approximately $3,030,225 in his career earnings according to Spotrac.
How much of Michael Wilson’s Contract is guaranteed?
Michael Wilson’s rookie deal guarantees him $883,244 out of the whole $5.39 million mentioned in his contract with the Cardinals.
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FAQ's On Michael Wilson Contract
A. Michael Wilson is from Los Angeles, California, United States.
A. Michael Wilson was born to Orville and Ngaire Wilson on 23 February,2000.
A. Michael Wilson was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the 3nd round of the 2023 NFL draft.
A. Michael Wilson’s parents are Orville and Ngaire Wilson.
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