Jordan Watkins is a former collegiate football wide receiver out of the University of Mississippi. Watkins was one of the 329 draft prospects to get invited to the NFL Scouting Combine. At the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, he measured in at 5’11 and 196 lbs, with an arm length of just a tick below 29.5 inches and a hand size of just slightly above 9 inches. His prospect grade, 5.80, indicates he could be an average backup or special team member in the pros. His Next Gen Stats score of 70 is considered good. (via NFL’s official website)
Watkins committed to the Louisville Cardinals football program and remained there for two years before transferring to Ole Miss. Watkins' time at Louisville saw him appear in 20 games. While Watkins' first season saw him contest in eight games, his production was underwhelming as he only accumulated 80 scrimmage yards during the whole year. Watkins' sophomore campaign made him a significant contributor to the Cardinals’ receiving room, as he tallied 529 yards through the air, his most productive season wearing Red and Black. Since putting on the Rebels uniform in 2022, Watkins' production trajectory steadily increased every year until the end of the 2024 season. He concluded his Ole Miss tenure by racking up nearly 2100 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns. (via Ole Miss Rebels' official website)
Jordan Watkins' hometown
Jordan Watkins' hometown is Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Watkins has attended two schools: DeSales and Butler. Watkins was stationed at three different positions during his high school days, such as running back, wide receiver, and defensive back (via University of Louisville's official website).
Jordan Watkins' birthplace
Watkins was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on February 15, 2002. He is 23 years old, as of April 2025.
Jordan Watkins' nationality
Jordan Watkins is an American national who is a native of Louisville, Kentucky, as per NFL’s official website.
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