Education
He attended Henry B. Plant High School in Tampa, Florida.
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Wilder was considered the #1 athlete recruit in the nation in his class by Rivals.com. In 2009, Wilder ran for 1,004 yards and 15 touchdowns, while registering 136 tackles (66 solo) and 19 quarterback sacks on defense. He was named the High School Junior of the Year by Rivals.com, as well as 2009 United States of America Today All-American.
Wilder was selected to play in the 2011 United States. Army All-American Bowl.
Wilder attended Florida State University from 2011 to 2013. He selected Florida State over the University of Florida and the University of Georgia.
In 2012, Wilder had a breakout season, running for 635 rushing yards (58 yards per carry) and 13 touchdowns. In 2013, Wilder averaged 7 yards per carry.
Wilder rushed for 1,363 yards with 20 rushing touchdowns during his career at Florida State University.
He entered the 2014 NFL Draft after his junior season. 2014 NFL Draft
Cincinnati Bengals
On May 12, 2014, Wilder was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Cincinnati Bengals. On August 30, 2014, he was waived by the Bengals.
He was signed to the Bengals" practice squad after clearing waivers.
On January 14, 2015, Wilder signed a reserve/future contract with the Bengals. On September 5, 2015, he was waived by the Bengals.
On the following day, he was signed to the Bengals" practice squad. His father James Wilder was an NFL running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
In January, 2014, James Wilder launched his clothing line, I Am Wilder Apparel.
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He played college football at Florida State and was previously a member of the Cincinnati Bengals.
