Wilson grew up in Arlington, Virginia, and attended Yorktown High School where he played football and lacrosse.

He ultimately chose to play at Fordham University, a private college in New York.

[8] After his second game with the Monarchs, in which he threw four touchdowns in a win against Louisiana, he was named to the Davey O'Brien Award's Great 8 List and the DC Touchdown Club Washington Metro College Player of the Week.

He leads the Monarchs to a 5–5 record in the regular season and an appearance in the 2023 Famous Toastery Bowl.

[9][10] On January 3, 2025, it was announced that Wilson would transfer to play for the Indiana Hoosiers for the 2025 season.