The NFL world was in shock watching a nose tackle of Florida playing in his sophomore season, taking down QBs and running backs like a bag of chips. The term ‘Hulk’ would be appropriate for a guy like him, and it took no time for Desmond Watson to get popular among the fans.
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Watson is a 6-foot-5, 415-pound giant playing for the Florida Gators and became an overnight sensation after his incredible gameplay against the USF last Saturday.
The running back Brian Battie, who tried rushing through the defense, was caught by the hands of Watson, who picked him up like a small child and slammed him against the turf. It was a smooth play, yet terrifying to watch from a fan’s perspective. The next day, Watson posted the iconic photograph of him carrying Battie on social media with a caption, “wasted scholarship“.
OH MY @DesmondWaston21 😳 pic.twitter.com/O6yfFDLIkc
— Florida Gators Football (@GatorsFB) September 19, 2022
The netizens misinterpreted those words and speculated on what Watson was saying about the RB. However, he revealed it was a befitting reply to all those who mocked him for utilizing a scholarship seat.
“Mostly it was when I first got here people were saying they had wasted a scholarship on me because of my weight and stuff like that, but I always knew my ability, so I felt like once I made some plays I’d post it out about a wasted scholarship,” Watson said.
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“In the future, if I’m an All-American or something like that, I want to be able to show people you can do it,” he added to his explanation. He was offered scholarships from Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi State but chose Florida State above all of them.
NFL world reacts to Desmon Watson turning into the Hulk
Watson’s journey towards this point was a path filled with various difficulties. Often, his weight became a hindrance to his growth and effectiveness on the field. He got close to 450 pounds. But later on, eying for a starting position, he lost nearly 40 pounds and is 415 lbs currently.
While one user mentioned his insane stop on the RB was like throwing kids into a swimming pool, another user mentioned how this big guy can terrorize the offence on the field.
This is what happens when 5'8", 165 meets 6'5", 415. Jeez. https://t.co/xp2Kwriqig
— Paul Runnestrand (@prunnestrand) September 20, 2022
While this user made a bizarre explanation.
He gonna be out of breath on Saturday lol. He won't be able to stop and take a breather lol. Hands on hips all game!
— florida dreamin (@dreamerinfl) September 19, 2022
This user made a startling comparison between him and Jordan Davis, another beast of a safety who entered the NFL this season.
Looks like the generic CVS brand of Jordan Davis
— Producer Jesse (@ProducerJesse) September 19, 2022
Oh my 😳 pic.twitter.com/lGEdN6Xe7M
— TheRealDBU (@FlawdaState247) September 19, 2022
The game was one of the nail-biting knocks.
Still needed SEC officials to get past USF. Embarrassing look for you guys.
— BG (@NoSpin_) September 20, 2022
This user made an interesting job proposition.
I bet this dude could put in WORK at a Waffle House
— Wilbur (@WILBUR_04) September 20, 2022
He will soon become everyone’s favorite.
He’s Slowly becoming my favorite player on this team. The dedication with what he’s had to deal with. Awesome young man and his heart is as big as he is.
— Larrygator (@LarryLarrygator) September 19, 2022
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Indeed, the man is an enormous giant.
I mean…he outweighs him by 250lbs…what else do you expect to happen when he gets his hands on him?
— Michael Mumert 🐗 (@MichaelMumert) September 19, 2022
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Watson will debut as a starter in the upcoming face-off against Tennessee. He aspires to become an All-American one day, an accolade that will carry him to the NFL. Hopefully, he fulfills his dream with an incredible college career.
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