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Jim Wilks
New Orleans Saints
305th pick
183
Games
49
Sacks
Jim Wilks is a former nose tackle out of San Diego State; California; Pasadena College, selected by the New Orleans Saints with the 305th overall pick (round 12) in the 1981 NFL Draft. He played 183 regular-season games from 1981 to 1993.
Draft Details
Year
Round
Round 12
Pick
305th overall
Team
Position
Jim Wilks Career Stats
- Primary starter for 11 seasons.
- Ranks 7th in the 1981 draft class in sacks (49).
Career Totals
| Games | Sacks |
|---|---|
| 183 | 49 |
Career span: 1981–1993.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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