Walker Collins Walker Collins 5'9" | 160 lbs | WR Bayside Academy | 2027 State AL is an explosive WR from Bayside who had a huge season in his team’s passing attack last fall.

“As soon as you flip on Collins’ tape you’ll see how dominant he is with the ball in his hands. Collins shreds opposing secondaries with his speed, elusiveness, vision, and creativity after the catch. He finds some really impressive ways to shake defenders every time he gets the ball in open space, creating some video game-type highlight plays in the process.

Collins is seriously explosive and can create massive plays out wide in several different ways. He’s a dominant deep threat who can easily burn DBs downfield, who can also turn screens and other shorter passes into huge gains as well. Collins is a really complete threat outside who has a huge year ahead this upcoming fall. We’re all going to have to watch.”

A little while back, Collins picked up his first offer from North Alabama! With his talent, I won’t be surprised if more attention heads his way soon- we’ll have to be on the lookout.

Collins made a ton of huge plays last fall, and I think we can expect to see plenty more of that this upcoming season. Be sure to watch some of his film below:

Collins is a certified home-run hitter with instant vertical stress ability. His acceleration off the line eats up defensive cushion quickly, forcing corners into early panic mode. He pairs that burst with legitimate long speed, making him a constant over-the-top threat. As a route runner, he shows dynamic cutting ability and sells double moves with conviction, creating explosive separation.

In the open field, he’s slippery and elusive, turning routine catches into chunk gains. His ability to accelerate through transitions makes him dangerous on posts, go balls, and deep crossers. Collins doesn’t just run fast — he understands how to weaponize his speed. The vertical gravity alone changes coverage structures.

Walker Collins Walker Collins 5'9" | 160 lbs | WR Bayside Academy | 2027 State AL is a talented WR from Bayside Academy who put together a really impressive junior year out wide last fall.

“At 5’9 160, Collins has speed and quickness that can embarrass any secondary. He’s quick off the line of scrimmage, runs impressive routes, and can generate separation off any DB with how he flies around the field.

Collins is really skilled after the catch. He’s explosive, has impressive speed, and can effortlessly cut and change his direction in the open field, making the most out of every catch. Keep watch for him in 2026.”

Collins developed a strong connection with QB Davis Barnett Davis Barnett 6'1" | 150 lbs | QB Bayside Academy | 2028 State AL , hauling in 47 receptions for 877 yards and 12 TDs on the year.

I think Collins will have an even bigger year this upcoming season. We all need to be on the lookout for him next fall. In the meantime, be sure to watch some of his film below: