#10
AJ Watkins
Returning to Jacksonville State for 2026
Fr. · Lithonia, Ga. → Norcross HS
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AJ Watkins
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Jacksonville State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Wide receiver · Jacksonville State
Returning around him
- 84% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: +7 net (20 in / 13 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Jacksonville State · Last season: 9-5 · Talent rank #111 · 2026 recruiting class #85
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #4421
Peaked at #4421 this season.
Background
2024: Did not see game action as a redshirt. HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped at Norcross High School in Norcross, Ga. … served as Norcross’ quarterback and earned First-Team All Region 7 for GHSA Class 7A as a senior … was named the Class 7A Region 7 Player of the Year after scoring 17 rushing touchdowns, n...