Jaylen Watson

ABOUT JAYLEN WATSON

NFL defensive back that was originally taken by the Kansas City Chiefs as a seventh-round pick in the 2022 Draft. Prior to being drafted, he played college football at Washington State University .

He initially began his collegiate career at Ventura Community College. After two years, he then transferred to Washington State. At one point, he was committed to play at the University of Southern California . Upon arriving at Washington State, he became an instant starter.

He made his official NFL debut while playing against the Arizona Cardinals during week one of the 2022 regular season. He recorded two tackles in a 44-21 win by Kansas City. During his rookie season with the Chiefs, he recorded his first defensive touchdown.

Growing up, he lived with his family in the Augusta, Georgia area.

He is a former Washington State collegiate athlete just like Klay Thompson .