2022 NFL DRAFT: CHRISTIAN WATSON

By Brandon Lane

North Dakota State (rSR), WR

Watson is a player who showcased his measurables using his blazing fast speed (4.36 40-yard dash) and 6'4" frame at NDSU. Once he gets the ball in his hands he can be breathtakingly electric. In his Junior year (2020), he made eight of ten starts and recieved first-team All-MVFC selection at receiver and second-team return specialist. While his senior year numbers don’t pop off the page (43 rec/801 yards/7 TDs) he was utilized all over the field as a return man and a runner at times. Watson received second-team Associated Press FCS All-American and first-team all-conference honors. I expect a slow start in the NFL but the upside is there for NFL teams who are willing to take a shot early on this upside player.

Pluses:
• Electric with the ball in his hands both through the air and on the ground
• Size and speed (4.36 40-yard dash)
• High upside
• Patient

Concerns:
• Still developing skills
• Questionable hands