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Wade Wilson is a former quarterback out of Texas A&M-Commerce, selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 210th overall pick (round 8) in the 1981 NFL Draft. He played 125 regular-season games from 1981 to 1998. He was named to 1 Pro Bowl.
Draft Details
Wade Wilson Career Stats
- 1× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 4 seasons.
- Ranks 2nd in the 1981 draft class in passing yards (17,283).
Career Totals
| Games | Pass Yds | Pass TD | INT Thrown | Rush Yds | Rush TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125 | 17,283 | 99 | 102 | 1,025 | 9 |
Career span: 1981–1998.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
Draft Class Context
Wade Wilson was the 8th of 10 QBs selected in the 1981 draft. The 210th overall pick has been used 45 times in draft history. Career statistics for him are not currently held in this database; coverage is thinner for earlier draft classes.
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