NFL prospect Desmond Watson seeks to become heaviest player drafted in league history

Joel Klatt and Kurt Warner discussed advice for players going into the 2025 NFL Draft. Kurt advised these players to be able to believe in the process when things get tough in their careers and keep learning on how to be a better player.

Defensive lineman Desmond Watson showcased his football skills in front of scouts at the Florida Gators' NFL Pro Day on Thursday.

Watson, who is listed at 464 pounds, is aiming to make NFL history. If a franchise selects Watson in next month's draft, he would become the heaviest player drafted in league history.

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Florida defensive lineman Desmond Watson performs a drill during the school's NFL football pro day, Thursday, March 27, 2025, in Gainesville, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Watson did not speak with the media after he went through some drills in Gainesville on Thursday. But Watson's teammates and coaches spoke on his behalf and praised the NFL Draft prospect for what he was able to accomplish during his time with the Gators.

"He moves way better than anybody thought he would at his size," fellow defensive tackle Joey Slackman said. "I don’t see why a team wouldn’t give him a chance. He’s a football player through and through; I would want that guy on my team."

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Watson attended this year's NFL Scouting Combine, where he bench-pressed 225 pounds 36 times. He also completed the 40-yard dash in 5.93 seconds. Watson's vertical leap reached 25 inches. 

Florida Gators defensive lineman Desmond Watson participates in a drill during spring football practice at Steve Spurrier Field at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, Fla., on April 1, 2023. (Matt