Chargers select J.J. Watt's brother in 6th round
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The San Diego Chargers have selected fullback Derek Watt out of Wisconsin in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, 198th overall
Derek, of course, is the younger brother of Houston Texans superstar J.J. Watt.
He now reunites Melvin Gordon in San Diego's offensive backfield, presumably stepping in as the lead blocker for his former Wisconsin teammate.
Derek Watt Bio
Position: FB
School: Wisconsin
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 236 lbs.
Strengths
- Versatile skill set: can contribute as a blocker in multiple spots, can run and catch the ball, and is an effective special-teams player.
- Plays with toughness and decisiveness when blocking.
- Solid in pass protection. (NFL.com)
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent balance limits his ability to win isolation blocks.
- Only possesses average athleticism (unlike brother J.J.).
- Lacks explosion, short-area quickness. (Bleacher Report)
- Needs to add more bulk to be effective at pro level. (NFL.com)
Pro Day Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.77 sec |
| Bench Press | 19 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 33.5 inches |
| Broad Jump | 116 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.10 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.32 sec |
| 60-yd Shuttle | N/A |
*40-yard dash time is unofficial, not electronically timed