What became of Desmond Watson? Recent updates concerning the Buccaneers' 464-pound defensive tackle went largely unnoticed.

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What happened to Desmond Watson? Recent news on Buccaneers' 464-pound DT flew under the radar image

TL;DR

  • Desmond Watson, formerly of the Buccaneers, is now a free agent after his release from the practice squad.
  • Watson, who once weighed 464 pounds at Florida, has reportedly improved his physical condition.
  • The reasons for his release by the Buccaneers are unknown, and no other team has signed him.

In the initial period following Desmond Watson's signing as an undrafted free agent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, it seemed every action he took garnered attention.

But as it turns out, his most recent development didn't.

The sports community had largely forgotten the athlete who once tipped the scales at 464 pounds while playing for Florida.

A niche group of fans still wants to know what he's up to, though.

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Desmond Watson's current status is unknown.

Earlier in November, Watson was released from the Buccaneers practice squad.

He's currently a free agent.

Watson signed to the Bucs' practice squad before Week 4 but never got a regular season appearance.

“That was the longest I’ve had without practicing against people since I was like 7 years old,” Watson said about his release at the end of training camp through that signing. “That was tough. It was definitely an adjustment, but it feels great to practice now. I feel blessed to be able to help this organization any way possible, so getting back into it, it feels great.”

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Watson did not disclose his current weight then, but it was understood he had improved his physical condition.

“I’m proud of it,” Watson said. “It’s a good number – obviously good enough to be signed back. I don’t want to say a specific number, but it’s been enough to obviously get signed back. I’m blessed.”

The reasons for The Bucs' decision to release Watson remain unknown, and as of now, no other team has offered him an opportunity.

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