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Jaylen Watson Iowa
File CB-467 · National rank 3904 · 2027 class

Jaylen Watson

#3· Iowa ·CB ·Jr ·2028 Draft · Detroit, Mich.
5'11"Height 185 lbWeight
Representation3 Strand Sports Confirmed
Clean ProfileFootball IQMulti-Year Starter
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Quick Notes
Jaylen Watson is a junior defensive back who projects as a starter for Iowa. A rising, cerebral defender, he profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Represented Confirmed
Agency3 Strand Sports
Contactnickw@3strandsports.com
NotesNIL representation — 3 Strand Sports.
Verified2026-07-20
Board Standing
#467 CB / 1642
#3904 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Jr 3-star DB projected starter (DB1), modest production (15 tk, 1 PD in 2025). Rotational riser.

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CB Keys 2025 · Iowa
15
Tot
Better than 53% of 935 CBs
0
INT
Better than 35% of 899 CBs
1
PD
Better than 47% of 920 CBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#1088
National
#93
Position
#42
State
High SchoolToledo Central (OH)
HometownDetroit, Mich.
Offers14 schools view →
Career Production 2 college seasons
YearTeamGPTotINTPD
2025 Iowa 5 1501
2024 Iowa 4 500
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk