In the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft, the New Orleans Saints have selected Martez Wilson. Wilson, a linebacker from Illinois, emerged in 2010 as an anchor on the Illini defense, as he recorded 111 tackles -- 46 of them solo. He also chalked up four sacks over the course of the season.
2011 NFL Draft Results: Saints Take Martez Wilson
Wilson, age 21, stands 6 feet 4 inches tall and is listed at 250 pounds. His selection was announced by retired Saints great Willie Roaf.
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The third round of the 2011 NFL draft is underway. Day two of the draft will feature the second round with seven minutes between each pick and the third round with five minutes between each pick. Make sure you check out our recap of the first round draft picks, the updated NFL draft order and the second round picks. SB Nation’s NFL draft hub and Mocking The Draft will have all NFL draft updates.
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