Washington adds transfer portal TE familiar to Kalen DeBoer
Tre Watson is reuniting with Kalen DeBoer. The Fresno State transfer has committed to play for the Washington Huskies.
Watson, listed at 6-5, 245 pounds, heads to Seattle after 3 seasons at Fresno State. DeBoer recruited Watson to Fresno State and coached him as a freshman.
In 2021, Watson played in 12 games of his first season, making 2 starts. He recorded 10 catches for 134 yards.
Watson’s production dipped a bit in 2022 after DeBoer took the UW job. Playing in 8 games, with 4 starts, Watson had 8 catches for 80 yards.
In 2023, Watson had his breakout. He posted career-highs of 38 catches and 378 receiving yards, scoring his first 4 touchdowns.
Watson entered his name into the transfer portal 1 week ago. Unsurprisingly, Washington was the first offer he reported on social media. Houston, Texas A&M, Cal, UCLA and West Virginia also showed interest.
Having played 3 seasons without redshirting, Watson has 1 full season of eligibility remaining. He could use the redshirt next season if he were to play 4 games or fewer.
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