Florida's 464-pound Desmond Watson chooses his NFL team as undrafted free agent
Desmond Watson, a 464-pound lineman from Florida, has signed as an undrafted free agent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, presenting a remarkable opportunity to become the heaviest player in NFL history. Known as the 'Tush Push Terminator', Watson aims to stop the quarterback sneak maneuvers popularized by the Eagles, leveraging his stature and technique. At 6-foot-6, Watson demonstrated his surprising athleticism at his Pro Day, completing a 40-yard dash in 5.93 seconds and a 25-inch vertical jump. His unique build and potential have drawn attention, with his coach Billy Napier describing him as a 'unicorn' in the sport. Fans and the Buccaneers alike are eager to see if Watson can make history and contribute to the team's defensive line with his distinctive capabilities.
Desmond Watson, a 464-pound lineman from Florida, has signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent, marking a significant step in his potential NFL career.
Dubbed the 'Tush Push Terminator', Watson is expected to counter the popular quarterback sneak-variation, showcasing not just his size but also his defensive techniques.
Standing at 6-foot-6, Watson impressed onlookers at his Pro Day by running the 40-yard dash in 5.93 seconds and achieving a vertical jump of 25 inches, underlining his athletic prowess.
Florida coach Billy Napier has described Watson as a 'unicorn' due to his extraordinary size and potential, predicting that such a player is unlikely to be encountered again in a typical coaching career.
The Buccaneers are prepared to offer Watson ample opportunities to prove himself on the field, driven by his unparalleled stature and the potential impact he could have on the team's defensive strategy.
Watson's journey to the NFL is closely watched by fans who hope to see him make history as the heaviest player in the league, and if he can disrupt the 'tush push', it would be a celebrated achievement.
Despite his size, Watson is working towards a target weight as suggested by some NFL teams, indicating his commitment to adapting and succeeding in the professional arena.
Desmond Watson has a chance to be the heaviest player to ever appear in an NFL game.
The Florida star is now one step closer. Following the NFL Draft, he signed Saturday evening as an undrafted free agent.
Watson isn't going far: He chose an UDFA contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The full measurables for Watson go 6-foot-6, 464 pounds.
He's been called the "Tush Push Terminator" for the hopes that he can stop the popular QB sneak-variation popularized by the Eagles.
“I’m ready for it,” Watson told The Athletic. “I am one of the best run-stoppers out there, and it’s not just because of what I am packing. There is some technique there, too.”
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Watson is an incredible athlete for his size. At that Pro Day, he also ran the 40-yard dash in 5.93 seconds and vertical jumped 25 inches.
Watson told The Athletic that some NFL teams have given him a target weight, and he's trying to drop just a bit.
“He’s a unicorn,” Florida coach Billy Napier told reporters at the team’s pro day. “You’ll go the rest of your career, and you’ll never be around a guy that’s that stature.”
There's never been an NFL player like Watson, but that doesn't mean he can't make it.
In fact, the Buccaneers might give him all the chances in the world to make it just because he's so unique.
Football fans everywhere will be rooting for Watson. If he can make it onto an NFL field, it'll be an unprecedented day in the league's history. And if he terminates a frustrating tush push or two along the way, neutral fans won't have a problem with that at all.
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