Xavier Watts (born November 22, 2001) is an American professional football safety. He played college football for Notre Dame.

6 days ago · SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) — Two-time All-America safety Xavier Watts will enter the NFL draft rather than return to Notre Dame for a sixth season. Watts made the announcement on social media Friday, four days after the Irish lost to Ohio State in the College Football Playoff championship game in Atlanta.

6 days ago · Xavier Watts delivered one of the most impressive careers for a defender in Notre Dame history. Now, Watts has confirmed he’s jumping to the 2025 NFL Draft after spending 5 seasons with the ...

Dec 6, 2024 · Xavier Watts, a converted wide receiver turned safety, has emerged as one of the most intriguing defensive prospects in college football. The Omaha native's journey from offensive playmaker to defensive stalwart at Notre Dame is a testament to his versatility and football IQ.

6 days ago · Notre Dame pick off Indiana in rapid response (0:25) Xavier Watts picks off an Indiana pass a few plays after Notre Dame was picked off by Indiana.

2023 Notre Dame Defensive Player of the Game – Southern Cal AS A GRADUATE STUDENT (2024) at TEXAS A&M (8/31): Tallied three total tackles, two solo in the win… pulled in an interception – the eighth of his career – after starting at safety

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Dec 17, 2024 · Xavier Watts burst onto the scene defensively in 2023, bringing home the Bronco Nagurski Award as the nation's best defensive player.

Watts performed as one of the nation’s top defensive players in Notre Dame’s 49-35 win at USC. Watts led the team in tackles with 9, but his play of the game came on a victory-sealing 100-yard pick six in the final minutes.

Dec 30, 2023 · SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Senior safety Xavier Watts announced Saturday evening his decision to return for a fifth season at Notre Dame. Watts was stellar in his fourth year with the Irish, with...