# Xavier Watts

NFL safety. Position: **S**. Team: **ATL**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** Safety
- **Team:** ATL (Atlanta Falcons)
- **Experience:** Second year
- **Notable:** 5 interceptions as rookie (led all 2025 rookies)

## 2026 Outlook

Xavier Watts has elite upside at safety, demonstrating playmaking ability in his rookie season with 5 interceptions—leading all 2025 draft picks at the position. NFL coordinators see similarities to his running mate Jessie Bates III, with one anonymous coach noting: "He has a chance to be one of the best safeties in the league. [He] has very similar qualities to his running mate [Bates]." (per Falcons Recap: Jalon Walker's trade value, ESPN praises Jessie Bates) Paired with Bates in a strong Falcons secondary, Watts' trajectory suggests he could develop into an elite ball-hawk if he continues his interception production trend.

## Role / Depth Chart

Safety, paired with Jessie Bates III in the Falcons secondary rotation.



## Recent News

- 2026-07-16 — Falcons Recap: Xavier Watts mentioned as honorable mention among top safeties (per Falcons Recap: Jalon Walker's trade value, ESPN praises Jessie Bates)

## Open Questions

- Can Xavier Watts sustain his elite interception production in year two?

## Sources

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