2009 Outlook
Junior Adam Watson switched from defense to offense before the start of spring ball in hopes of earning playing time at wide receiver. The 6-0, 185-pound Watson had spent his first three seasons in the program as a defensive back. Watson joined the Nebraska program as a walk-on in the fall of 2006, and is the youngest son of Husker offensive coordinator Shawn Watson. The younger Watson attended Niwot (Colo.) High School while his father was an assistant at the University of Colorado.

2008 (Sophomore)
Watson appeared in two games as a reserve safety, playing against New Mexico State and Kansas State. He did not record a tackle.

2007 (Redshirt Freshman)
Watson provided depth in the secondary, but did not play in a game.

2006 (Redshirt)
Watson sat out the season as a redshirt and helped the Husker scout team.

Before Nebraska (Niwot HS)
Watson graduated from Niwot High School in Colorado, before moving to Lincoln following graduation. The younger Watson played safety, tight end and fullback for Head Coach Ron Tesone and earned all-conference honors. Watson was part of three state playoff teams, including a team that reached the state semifinals as a junior.

Personal
Adam is the son of Shawn and Anita Watson and was born on April 2, 1988. He is a communication studies major, and has assisted with the Huskers’ team hospital visits.