Wilson was recruited from Peel Thunder by Greater Western Sydney as an underage selection at the age of 17.

[5] In April 2023 Wilson was subjected to racial and homophobic abuse on social media, along with teammate Michael Walters,[6][7] which was being investigated by AFL's integrity unit.

Wilson was a key member of the Peel Thunder team that won the 2024 WAFL Premiership, and finished the season as their leading goal-kicker.

After a successful professional career spanning almost 15 years in both the AFL and WAFL, he announced his retirement from football on the 16th of October, 2024, stating "It’s been a great one, to play over 150 AFL games is a dream come true and I’m thankful to every Club that has been involved with myself and family.

To come back after my AFL career and to win a Premiership, it means a lot and I’m thankful to the Club".