C. J. Wilson (born November 18, 1989) is a former

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who played for the

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in the

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(NFL). He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an

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in 2013. He played college football at

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. He was also a member of the

Professional career

Chicago Bears

On April 28, 2013, Wilson signed with the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent. He was waived on October 28, but was brought back onto the practice squad.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Wilson lost two fingers in a fireworks accident on July 4, 2015. On July 24, 2015, Wilson announced he was retiring from the NFL due to his injuries.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers bioChicago Bears bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Wilson, C. J. 1989 births Living people American football cornerbacks Chicago Bears players NC State Wolfpack football players People from Lincolnton, North Carolina Players of American football from North Carolina Tampa Bay Buccaneers players