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Ky Wilson returns to field for UConn after ACL tear

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 9:18 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Ky Wilson returns to field for UConn after ACL tear

Summary

UConn wide receiver Ky Wilson participated fully in practice on October 5, marking his return after an ACL tear sustained on March 11 during spring practice. Just over six months post-surgery, Wilson was UConn’s most targeted receiver in a close 42-41 overtime loss to Syracuse. He caught four passes for 52 yards, including a notable one-handed 27-yard reception. Following his injury, Wilson focused on rehabilitation, demonstrating determination throughout his recovery process. UConn's coaching staff praised both his perseverance and the effectiveness of their medical team in facilitating his return.

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•Ky Wilson suffered an ACL tear on March 11 during practice.
•He returned to play at Rentschler Field on October 5.
•Wilson caught four passes for 52 yards against Syracuse.
•His early recovery drew praise from UConn's coaching staff.
•He was a standout player in a close overtime loss.

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9:18 PMYahoo Sports — How UConn wide receiver Ky Wilson returned from his torn ACL in a ‘Flash’

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From Farrell, Penn., Ky Wilson’s football journey has been a climb. He started in Division II, playing two seasons locally at Slippery Rock before taking a step up to the Div. I FCS level at Youngstown State last year and finally landing at UConn in January, where he’d finally get his shot to contribute as an FBS player. Only two days into spring practice, on March 11, the speedy 5-foot-8 ...
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