Tyree Wilson expects to be ready for camp despite foot injury
Las Vegas Raiders first-round pick Tyree Wilson believes he will be on the field when the Raiders begin camp despite his foot injury.
"I expect to be ready by training camp," Wilson said after being drafted seventh overall Thursday night, according to Myles Simmons of Pro Football Talk. "It's up to the staff at the Raiders to see what percent I am. I feel great."
Wilson underwent foot surgery in November and had a screw inserted to help the healing process. In March, he underwent another procedure to remove the screw. He was sidelined for both the Senior Bowl and the draft combine.
The 22-year-old was having an impressive senior season before fracturing his foot. He recorded seven sacks and 14 tackles for loss, coming from all across the defensive line. Wilson has the versatility to rush the passer from the edge and inside.
The Texas Tech product will be paired with Raiders star defensive end Maxx Crosby, one of the best pass-rushers in the NFL.
Wilson is excited for the opportunity to play with Crosby.
"I've been watching him for a while," Wilson said. "He's a great pass-rusher, dominant and a disruptive player that's going to be relentless all over the field. That's what I try to have my game at, be relentless and disruptive."
The Raiders have 11 picks remaining in the draft.