Malcolm Watkins
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Paul Gregorian | Prep Redzone Scout
Watkins who is a Oregon State commit and one of the better recruits across the state has been dominating top tier central valley competition for several years now. He is a complete receiver with excellent hands seperation abilities downfield and can make contested catches while very effective after the catch as well. He had a big Friday night against Clovis in a upset win for Frontier and should continue on his senior season tear here down the stretch. He hauled in 5 catches for 70 yards and was a very consistent presence all knight for Campbell.
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Read EvaluationJordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Watkins recruiting stock has been on the rise pulling in eight of his nine offers since February including three P4 programs. At 6’0” 180 lbs. he’s an explosive athlete with track speed, runs a 10.79 100 meter and a 21.84 200 meter. High caliber athleticism and playmaking ability, he combines his speed, strength, and agility to create mismatches all over the field. Gains quick separation with good acceleration off the line and plus route running. Like his ability to drop his hip level at the top of his route to change directions and burst out of his break. Excels after the catch where he is tough to tackle and can avoid defenders with his sudden cuts and start/stop speed. Versatility allows him to make big plays on end arounds and in the return game. Was one of the biggest rankings risers last update and will continue to rise.
9 Offers: Fresno State, Oregon State, Cal, San Diego State, San Jose State, UNLV, Sacramento State, Washington State, Nevada
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Recent Offers: UNLV, Fresno State, Cal, Oregon State, SDSU
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Read EvaluationJordan Reyes | Prep Redzone Scout
Watkins is a dynamic athlete with track level speed, runs a 10.79 100m and 21.84 200m. At 6’0” 180 lbs. he’s got a versatile skillset that can transition well to either side of the ball at the D1 level. Explosive with the ball in his hands he shows he can stretch the field vertically as a receiver, pick up chunk yards taking hand offs, or make game changing plays in the return game. He accelerates to top speed quickly and weaves through defenders until his finds space and breaks away. Plus ball skills, he tracks and adjusts well to ball flight and flashes quick hands to rip the ball out of the air. Moved up over 100 spots and is in the top 15 of two-way athletes in the state. Picked up his first offer of many from Fresno State midseason.
1 Offer: Fresno State
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