Pre-draft Wilford attended the NFL Combine. He measured in at 6'4" 226 pounds. He ran a 4.81 40 yard dash (1.68 10 yard split), a 4.17 20 yard shuttle, and had a vertical jump of 40.5". He also broad jumped 10'10". At his Pro Day, he improved his 40-yard dash to a 4.76.
Jacksonville Jaguars (first stint) Wilford was selected by the
Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth round of the
2004 NFL draft with the 120th overall pick.
Miami Dolphins Wilford signed with the
Miami Dolphins on February 29, 2008. The deal was worth $13 million over four years, and included a $6 million signing bonus. He appeared in seven games for the Dolphins in 2008 (starting none) and caught just three passes for 25 yards. The Dolphins converted Wilford to
tight end during the 2009 offseason, but released him prior to the regular season on August 24.
Jacksonville Jaguars (second stint) Wilford re-signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 25, 2009. On May 21, 2010, he cut his hair which had been growing for over six years in recognition of Jacksonville's Wolfson Children's Hospital cancer unit, as a donation. Wilford was released on September 4, 2010. On Thursday September 16, 2010, the Jaguars re-signed Wilford back to the 53 man roster stating that he provides a veteran who is familiar with the system and can contribute on special teams. Also his salary was not guaranteed, making Wilford a low-risk investment. To make room for him on the roster, the team released wide out John Matthews. Wilford also played tight end in addition to wide receiver. ==NFL career statistics==