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Leroy Watson (American football)

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Leroy Watson
No. 72 – Tennessee Titans
Position:Offensive tackle
Personal information
Born: (1998-06-10) June 10, 1998 (age 26)
Snellville, Georgia, U.S.
Height:6 ft 5 in (1.96 m)
Weight:310 lb (141 kg)
Career information
High school:Shiloh (Snellville, Georgia)
College:Hutchinson CC (2017–2018) UTSA (2019–2021)
Undrafted:2022
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
Career NFL statistics as of 2023
Games played:7
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Leroy Watson IV (born June 10, 1998) is an American professional football offensive tackle for the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at UTSA.[1]

College career

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Hutchinson CC

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In Watson's career with Hutchinson he caught 12 passes for 123 yards and two touchdowns.[2] Watson decided to transfer to UTSA after the 2018 season to play Division I football.[3][4]

UTSA

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In the 2020 season, Watson would be named an honorable mention all Conference USA member.[5][6] In Watson's three-year career with the Roadrunners he hauled in 25 receptions for 297 yards and two touchdowns.[7]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Bench press
6 ft 4+5⁄8 in
(1.95 m) 		270 lb
(122 kg) 		35 in
(0.89 m) 		10+3⁄8 in
(0.26 m)		 4.91 s 1.68 s 2.82 s 4.75 s 7.46 s 33.5 in
(0.85 m)		 18 reps
All values from Pro Day[8]

Atlanta Falcons

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After not being selected in the 2022 NFL draft, Watson signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent.[9][10] However, during final roster cuts, On August 30, 2022, Watson was waived.[11][12]

San Francisco 49ers

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On September 5, 2022, Watson was signed by the San Francisco 49ers to their practice squad.[13][14] On February 1, 2023, Watson signed a futures deal with the 49ers.[15] On August 29, 2023, Watson was waived by the 49ers during final roster cuts, but one day later he was signed to the practice squad.[16][17]

Cleveland Browns

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On November 2, 2023, Watson was signed by the Cleveland Browns off the 49ers practice squad.[18]

Tennessee Titans

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On April 12, 2024, Watson was traded to the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round selection (227th overall) of the 2024 NFL draft.[19][20] He was waived on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad.[21][22] On October 9, Watson was signed to the active roster.[23]

References

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  1. ^ "LEROY WATSON IV". ESPN. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  2. ^ "Leroy Watson". The Football Database. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  3. ^ Luca, Greg (November 16, 2021). "'A true Renaissance man': Multitalented tight end Leroy Watson a leader for UTSA offense". San Antonio Express-News. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  4. ^ Vinzetta, Vinnie (November 20, 2019). "UTSA football player credits the piano for his on-field success". KENS5. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  5. ^ "Record 19 Roadrunners named to All-Conference USA squads". UTSA Athletics. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  6. ^ "C-USA Announces 2020 All-Conference Teams". Conference USA. December 20, 2020. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  7. ^ "Leroy Watson". Sports Reference. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  8. ^ "2022 Draft Scout Leroy Watson, Texas-San Antonio NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile". draftscout.com. Retrieved November 2, 2023.
  9. ^ "Falcons' Leroy Watson: Signs Deal". CBS Sports. May 15, 2022. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  10. ^ Ulrich, Logan (November 2, 2023). "Browns Sign OT Leroy Watson Off 49ers Practice Squad". Pro Football Trade Rumors. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  11. ^ Choate, Dave (August 30, 2022). "Falcons reportedly waive OL Leroy Watson, LB Dorian Etheridge". The Falcoholic. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  12. ^ Brener, Jeremy (August 30, 2022). "Atlanta Falcons 53-Man Roster Moves: 27 Players Waived, Including TE Anthony Firkser". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  13. ^ Barrows, Matt. "Barrows: Re-ranking the 49ers' 15 rookies (You'll never guess who's No. 1)". The Athletic. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  14. ^ Delucchi, Marc (September 3, 2022). "49ers officially sign OL Leroy Watson and LB Buddy Johnson to practice squad". Niners Nation. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  15. ^ Madson, Kyle (February 2023). "49ers add 10 players to reserve/future contracts". Niners Wire. USA Today. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  16. ^ Madson, Kyle (August 30, 2023). "Here's every player the 49ers let go at final cuts". Niners Wire. USA Today. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  17. ^ Bonilla, David (August 30, 2023). "49ers 2023 Practice Squad Tracker: Knight, Colletto Among Signees". 49ers Webzone. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  18. ^ "Browns sign T Leroy Watson to the active roster". ClevelandBrowns.com. November 2, 2023. Retrieved November 3, 2023.
  19. ^ "Titans Acquire Tackle Leroy Watson in Trade With Browns". TennesseeTitans.com. April 12, 2024. Retrieved October 20, 2024.
  20. ^ Russo, Kelsey (April 12, 2024). "Browns trade T Leroy Watson IV to the Titans and acquire 2024 7th-round pick". ClevelandBrowns.com. Retrieved October 20, 2024.
  21. ^ Wyatt, Jim (August 27, 2024). "Titans Trim Roster Ahead of NFL's Deadline". TennesseeTitans.com.
  22. ^ Wyatt, Jim (August 28, 2024). "Titans Add 12 Players to the Team's Practice Squad". TennesseeTitans.com.
  23. ^ Alper, Josh (October 9, 2024). "Titans sign Trevor Siemian to practice squad, Leroy Watson to 53-man roster". NBC Sports. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
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