Track Speed Translates To Football Field For Heisman Finalists

Watson, a quarterback, leads the No. 1 seeded Clemson Tigers as they head into the postseason. A sophomore, Watson suffered injuries his freshman year, including a torn ACL, before returning in 2015 to pass for 3,512 yards and 30 touchdowns. Watson attended Gainesville High School and Gainesville Middle School in Gainesville, GA, competing in both the high jump and the 200 at the middle school state championships. Although he didn't compete in high school, his retained his speed, running the 40 yard dash in 4.89 seconds during the college combine.