Xavier Watts
23-Year-Old
2025 Defense Stats
TCKL
8
SACKS
0.0
INT
1
FF
0
TD
0
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2025 Fantasy Outlook
A rookie third-round pick, Watts has great instincts and was a two-time All-American at Notre Dame. However, he didn't test well at the combine and isn't expected to be a top athlete at the pro level, so he'll face some obstacles in his development. The Falcons replaced Justin Simmons with Jordan Fuller this offseason, and Jessie Bates returns to lead the safety unit, leaving Watts to compete with DeMarcco Hellams for a top backup role. Read Past Outlooks
Signed a four-year contract with the Falcons in May of 2025.
Posts first career INT
Watts recorded two tackles (one solo) and an interception during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Watts didn't test well at the combine, but his instincts were lauded after a decorated career at Notre Dame, which included two All-American honors. Those instincts were on full display during training camp, as the rookie third-round pick carved out a starting role. Watts hasn't slowed down to start his NFL career, recording three pass deflections in two games, including his first career interception during primetime. The Falcons' defense looks to be significantly improved in 2025, thanks to surprise performances from starting rookies like Watts, Jalon Walker, James Pearce, and Billy Bowman.
Watts didn't test well at the combine, but his instincts were lauded after a decorated career at Notre Dame, which included two All-American honors. Those instincts were on full display during training camp, as the rookie third-round pick carved out a starting role. Watts hasn't slowed down to start his NFL career, recording three pass deflections in two games, including his first career interception during primetime. The Falcons' defense looks to be significantly improved in 2025, thanks to surprise performances from starting rookies like Watts, Jalon Walker, James Pearce, and Billy Bowman.
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Measurables Review
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How do Xavier Watts' measurables compare to other safeties?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
6' 0"Weight
204 lbsHand Length
8.62 inArm Length
31.25 in
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Expected to start Week 1
Watts is expected to start Week 1 against Tampa Bay, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
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Lands with Atlanta
The Falcons selected Watts in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, 96th overall.
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