2024 / AS A FRESHMAN
• Appeared in the season opener vs. Indiana State (Aug. 31)
• Caught one pass for 16 yards
PREP
• Consensus three-star recruit, No. 25 in the state per ESPN
• Reached three Illinois Class 6A State Finals, winning the championship in 2022
• Named IHSFCA Honorable Mention All-State as a senior
• Recorded 865 all-purpose yards for seven touchdowns in his final season
• Totaled eight touchdowns on 29 receptions for 430 yards his junior year
PERSONAL
• Full Name: Jesse James Watson
• Birthdate: May 4, 2006
• Parents: Leslie and Jesse Watson
• Siblings: Kiera and Carlos
• Major: Law and Society