Ex-Notre Dame standout S Xavier Watts is already turning heads and shining with the Atlanta Falcons during training camp, and earned a new nickname.

The Atlanta Falcons have several starting spots up for grabs between veterans and rookies, including the safety position next ...

Third-round pick Xavier Watts was considered one of the draft's biggest steals, and he's already getting reps with the ...

The Atlanta Falcons are continuing to build depth for their defense ahead of roster cuts at the end of August.

Atlanta doesn't appear to have much of a need at safety. Not only did the Falcons sign veteran Jordan Fuller, but they ...

Falcons coach Raheem Morris says he feels an 'edge' this training camp, which is something Atlanta's defense has missed in recent seasons.

After losing a season to injury and facing increased competition in training camp, Atlanta Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams is ...

Watts Named to 2025 NFL All-Rookie Team Last Month Last month, Watts earned a spot on the 2025 NFL All-Rookie Team. He slotted in as the second safety alongside Ravens first-rounder Malaki Starks.

Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts celebrates with the defensive MVP trophy after Notre Dame’s 23-10 win against Georgia at the Caesars Superdome Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, in New Orleans.

Defensive back Xavier Watts, left, speaks with his father Jeff Watts during Notre Dame football's Pro Day at Irish Athletic Center on Thursday, March 27, 2025, in South Bend.© MICHAEL CLUBB/SOUTH ...