Former Florida State Wide Receiver Announces Retirement After Career In NFL And XFL

The former Seminole will start his next chapter after spending time in the XFL and NFL.

Tommy Mire | Sep 21, 2023

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Former Florida State wide receiver Jesus "Bobo" Wilson announced he is stepping away from professional football via Instagram on Tuesday after a four-year stint in the NFL and a brief outing with the XFL's Orlando Guardians in 2023.

Wilson was a part of the 2013 National Championship squad and spent four years with the Seminoles before signing with Tampa Bay as an Undrafted Free Agent in 2017.

Averaging 11.7 yards per catch during his time in Tallahassee, totaling 1,562 yards through the air and eight scores on 133 receptions, Wilson became a fan favorite and 11th most all-time in receptions at FSU as a go-to receiver.

After spending time bouncing between practice squads with the Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers before his contract ended in January 2020, Wilson went to the XFL and the Orlando Guardians. He was released during the final roster cuts.

He had career totals of 107 yards and one touchdown on eight receptions in the NFL, playing in 14 games. He spent most of his time active on special teams, totaling 326 yards on kickoff and punt return units.

Wilson's lone score came against the Carolina Panthers on a pass by former FSU teammate and New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston when the two spent time together with the Buccaneers.

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Published Sep 21, 2023

TOMMY MIRE

Tommy Mire joined NoleGameday in 2023 as a writer and editor. He initially worked as lead voice at SBNation's Tomahawk Nation and contributes to football, NFL and recruiting coverage. Connect with Tommy on Twitter at @TommyM3III