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Leroy Watson
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)
Position:Offensive tackle
Undrafted:2022
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics as of 2024
Games played:11
Games started:4
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Leroy Watson IV (born June 10, 1998) is an American professional football offensive tackle. 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] Watson played seven games at right tackle for the Browns during the 2023 season.[19]

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.[20][21] He was waived on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad.[22][23] On October 9, Watson was signed to the active roster.[24] Watson started four games as the Titans' right tackle during the 2024 season, but missed play later in the year due to a back injury. He was released again on December 10.[25][26]

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. ^ "Leroy Watson 2023 Game Log". Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  20. ^ "Titans Acquire Tackle Leroy Watson in Trade With Browns". TennesseeTitans.com. April 12, 2024. Retrieved October 20, 2024.
  21. ^ 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.
  22. ^ Wyatt, Jim (August 27, 2024). "Titans Trim Roster Ahead of NFL's Deadline". TennesseeTitans.com.
  23. ^ Wyatt, Jim (August 28, 2024). "Titans Add 12 Players to the Team's Practice Squad". TennesseeTitans.com.
  24. ^ Alper, Josh (October 9, 2024). "Titans sign Trevor Siemian to practice squad, Leroy Watson to 53-man roster". NBC Sports. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
  25. ^ "Leroy Watson 2024 Game Log". Retrieved December 11, 2024.
  26. ^ Wyatt, Jim. "Titans Waive OL Leroy Watson While Signing Three Players to the Team's Practice Squad". tennesseetitans.com. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
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