Coach Wilson was born and raised in Flint, Michigan. He graduated from Northern High School where he was a Varsity football team as a defensive end. His athletic ability provided him an opportunity to play at Northwood University and enter into the 2005 draft. After a long professional career including the BC Lions, Washington Redskins, Philadelphia Eagles, and Montreal Alouettes, Wilson returned to Flint where he began coaching. He has several years of coaching experience within community colleges and high school teams. Wilson currently resides in Flint with his wife and children.