Duece Watts

Natorian "Duece" Watts (born December 23, 1999) is an American professional football wide receiver. He played college football for the Jones College Bobcats and Tulane Green Wave.

Early life Watts was born in Chicago, Illinois, but moved to Richton, Mississippi at the age of four. He initially attended Richton High School, where he played football with his twin brother Nataurean “Phat” Watts. After their sophomore year, Watts and his brother transferred to Petal High School where he played with future Tulane teammate Stephon Huderson. Over his high school career, Watts played in 47 games and amassed 55 yards on 9 carries, 2,346 and 28 touchdowns on 119 receptions, 72 total tackles, and 1 interception.

College career Jones College Watts was rated as a 2-star recruit leaving high school. After graduating, Watts began his collegiate career at Jones County Junior College. At Jones, he played with Tulane linebacker Nick Anderson. Throughout his time at Jones he amassed 1 rush for 13 yards, 47 receptions for 702 yards and 5 touchdowns, 7 kick returns for 196 yards, and 1 tackle. During the 2020 season, Watts made an immediate impact, as he started all 12 games. He led the team in receptions, receiving yards, and average yards per catch. Watts then caught 2 passes for 83 yards to help the Green Wave to a Cotton Bowl victory over reigning Heisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams and the USC Trojans.

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Professional career

Green Bay Packers After going undrafted at the 2023 NFL draft, Watts was signed by the Green Bay Packers on May 1, 2023. He was waived on August 29, 2023.

Pittsburgh Steelers Watts was signed to the Pittsburgh Steelers practice squad on September 20, 2023. On January 17, 2024, he signed a reserve/futures contract with the Steelers. He was waived on August 27, 2024.

BC Lions Watts was signed to the practice roster of the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League on September 23, 2024.