Zach Wilson named Jets captain as two veterans lose title

Zach Wilson was one of five players voted as a team captain by his Jets teammates.The rookie quarterback has impressed everyone inside the Jets organization since he was taken No. 2 overall in April by the team.

This is the latest evidence of how highly thought of he is.

“When I did see it I said, ‘oh look at that,’ ” Jets coach Robert Saleh said Wednesday. “I think it’s more of a testament to him and the way he’s been able to conduct himself here. Like I’ve said, if you go to the cafeteria he’s hanging out with his O linemen. He’s got an infectious personality. It’s a credit to him and the way he’s handled himself so far.”

The other captains are Corey Davis on offense, C.J. Mosley and Folorunso Fatukasi on defense and Justin Hardee on special teams. Saleh said the coaches will also select a weekly game captain.

It is notable that Marcus Maye and George Fant were captains last year, but were not chosen this season.