Leroy Watson (American football) explained

Leroy Watson
Currentteam:Tennessee Titans
Number:72
Position:Offensive tackle
Birth Date:10 June 1998
Birth Place:Snellville, Georgia, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:5
Weight Lbs:310
High School:Shiloh (Snellville, Georgia)
College:Hutchinson CC (2017–2018)UTSA (2019–2021)
Undraftedyear:2022
Pastteams:
Statseason:2023
Statlabel1:Games played
Statvalue1:7
Statlabel2:Games started
Status:Active
Pfr:WatsLe00

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

Hutchinson CC

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

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

Atlanta Falcons

After not being selected in the 2022 NFL draft, Watson signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent.[8] [9] However, during final roster cuts, On August 30, 2022, Watson was waived.[10] [11]

San Francisco 49ers

On September 5, 2022, Watson was signed by the San Francisco 49ers to their practice squad.[12] [13] On February 1, 2023, Watson signed a futures deal with the 49ers.[14] 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.[15] [16]

Cleveland Browns

On November 2, 2023, Watson was signed by the Cleveland Browns off the 49ers practice squad.[17]

Tennessee Titans

On April 12, 2024, Watson was traded to the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round selection (227th overall) of the 2024 NFL draft.[18] [19] He was waived on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad.[20] [21] On October 9, Watson was signed to the active roster.[22]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: LEROY WATSON IV . ESPN . 3 November 2023.
  2. Web site: Leroy Watson . The Football Database . 3 November 2023.
  3. Web site: Luca . Greg . 'A true Renaissance man': Multitalented tight end Leroy Watson a leader for UTSA offense . San Antonio Express-News . 16 November 2021 . 3 November 2023.
  4. Web site: Vinzetta . Vinnie . UTSA football player credits the piano for his on-field success . KENS5 . 20 November 2019 . 3 November 2023.
  5. Web site: Record 19 Roadrunners named to All-Conference USA squads . UTSA Athletics . 3 November 2023.
  6. Web site: C-USA Announces 2020 All-Conference Teams . Conference USA . 20 December 2020 . 3 November 2023.
  7. Web site: Leroy Watson . Sports Reference . 3 November 2023.
  8. Web site: Falcons' Leroy Watson: Signs Deal . CBS Sports . 15 May 2022 . 3 November 2023.
  9. Web site: Ulrich . Logan . Browns Sign OT Leroy Watson Off 49ers Practice Squad . Pro Football Trade Rumors . 2 November 2023 . 3 November 2023.
  10. Web site: Choate . Dave . Falcons reportedly waive OL Leroy Watson, LB Dorian Etheridge . The Falcoholic . 30 August 2022 . 3 November 2023.
  11. Brener . Jeremy . Atlanta Falcons 53-Man Roster Moves: 27 Players Waived, Including TE Anthony Firkser . Sports Illustrated . 30 August 2022 . 3 November 2023.
  12. Web site: Barrows . Matt . Barrows: Re-ranking the 49ers' 15 rookies (You'll never guess who's No. 1) . The Athletic . 3 November 2023.
  13. Web site: Delucchi . Marc . 49ers officially sign OL Leroy Watson and LB Buddy Johnson to practice squad . Niners Nation . 3 September 2022 . 3 November 2023.
  14. Web site: Madson . Kyle . February 2023 . 49ers add 10 players to reserve/future contracts . 3 November 2023 . Niners Wire. USA Today.
  15. Web site: Madson . Kyle . 30 August 2023 . Here's every player the 49ers let go at final cuts . 3 November 2023 . Niners Wire. USA Today.
  16. Web site: Bonilla . David . 49ers 2023 Practice Squad Tracker: Knight, Colletto Among Signees . 49ers Webzone . 30 August 2023 . 3 November 2023.
  17. Web site: November 2, 2023 . Browns sign T Leroy Watson to the active roster . 3 November 2023 . ClevelandBrowns.com.
  18. News: 12 April 2024 . Titans Acquire Tackle Leroy Watson in Trade With Browns . 2024-10-20 . TennesseeTitans.com.
  19. News: Russo . Kelsey . April 12, 2024 . Browns trade T Leroy Watson IV to the Titans and acquire 2024 7th-round pick . 2024-10-20 . ClevelandBrowns.com.
  20. Web site: Titans Trim Roster Ahead of NFL's Deadline. Wyatt, Jim. TennesseeTitans.com. August 27, 2024.
  21. Web site: Titans Add 12 Players to the Team's Practice Squad. Wyatt, Jim. TennesseeTitans.com. August 28, 2024.
  22. Web site: Alper . Josh . Titans sign Trevor Siemian to practice squad, Leroy Watson to 53-man roster . NBC Sports . 2024-10-09 . 2024-10-14.

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