Leroy Watson

Leroy Watson IV (born June 10, 1998) is an American professional football offensive tackle. He played college football for the UTSA Roadrunners.

College career Hutchinson CC In Watson's career with Hutchinson he caught 12 passes for 123 yards and two touchdowns. Watson transferred to UTSA after the 2018 season to play Division I football.

UTSA In the 2020 season, Watson was named an honorable mention all-Conference USA member. In Watson's three-year career with the Roadrunners he recorded 25 receptions for 297 yards and two touchdowns.

Professional career

Atlanta Falcons After not being selected in the 2022 NFL draft, Watson signed with the Atlanta Falcons as an undrafted free agent. While Watson was a blocking tight end at UTSA, he caught the eye of Falcons offensive line coach Dwayne Ledford during the Falcons local pre-draft day. After signing with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent, he was converted to Left Tackle. During the offseason, he bulked up, adding more than 30 pounds and going from 270 to over 300 pounds for the transition . However, on August 30, 2022, Watson was waived.

San Francisco 49ers On September 5, 2022, Watson was signed by the San Francisco 49ers to their practice squad. On February 1, 2023, Watson signed a futures deal with the 49ers.

On August 29, 2023, Watson was waived by the 49ers during final roster cuts and was re-signed to the practice squad the following day.

Cleveland Browns On November 2, 2023, Watson was signed by the Cleveland Browns off the 49ers practice squad. Watson played seven games at right and left tackle for the Browns during the 2023 season.

Tennessee Titans On April 12, 2024, Watson was traded to the Tennessee Titans for a seventh-round selection (227th overall) of the 2024 NFL draft. He was waived on August 27, and re-signed to the practice squad. On October 9, Watson was signed to the active roster. Watson started four games as the Titans' right tackle during the 2024 season, but missed play later in the year due to a back injury. He was released again on December 10.

Minnesota Vikings On December 27, 2024, Watson signed with the Minnesota Vikings practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract with Minnesota on January 16, 2025.

On August 25, 2025, Watson was waived by the Vikings.

Las Vegas Raiders On October 1, 2025, Watson signed with the Las Vegas Raiders' practice squad. He was released on November 18.

Louisville Kings On January 14, 2026, Watson was selected by the Louisville Kings of the United Football League (UFL). He was released on April 19.