George Wilson is a former American football safety who played in the National Football League (NFL) for nine seasons. He began his football career at the University of Arkansas, where he played as a wide receiver and safety. Wilson was not selected in the 2004 NFL Draft, but he signed with the Detroit Lions as an undrafted free agent.
Wilson spent his first three seasons with the Lions, primarily playing on special teams. He recorded his first career interception in 2007 and became a starter in 2008, playing in all 16 games and recording 85 tackles, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles. However, the Lions released him in 2009, and he signed with the Tennessee Titans.
With the Titans, Wilson became a key player on defense and special teams. He played in all 16 games in each of his four seasons with the team, recording 246 tackles, eight interceptions, and four forced fumbles. He also served as a team captain and was named the Titans' Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2012 for his community service work.
In 2013, Wilson signed with the Buffalo Bills, where he played for two seasons. He played in all 16 games in both seasons, primarily on special teams, and recorded 32 tackles and one interception. He was released by the Bills in 2015 and signed with the Oakland Raiders, but he was released before the start of the regular season.
Throughout his career, Wilson was known for his versatility and leadership. He played multiple positions on defense and special teams and was respected by his teammates for his work ethic and professionalism. He was also active in the community, participating in numerous charitable events and starting his own foundation to help underprivileged children.
After retiring from football, Wilson became a high school football coach and worked as a commentator for the SEC Network. He also continued his community service work, founding the George Wilson Safety Foundation to promote safety and education for children.
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