Wesley Walker was a wide receiver for the New York Jets from 1977 to 1989.

Born in 1955, he graduated from Carson High School in Carson, California where he set many receiving and return records, and was an All-American at the University of California.

He was noted for his great speed, averaging over 20 yards per reception many seasons (his career average was 19 yards per reception). At the time of his retirement, he was second in Jets all-time receiving yardage. yards. Legally blind in one eye, Walker overcame this handicap to become one of the Jets all-time great receivers.

He led the league in receptions in 1977 and 1978, receiving yards in 1978, and was elected to the Pro Bowl twice, in 1978 and 1982.

He is now a teacher and occasional sports radio show commentator.

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