Colorado's five-star commit Winston Watkins Jr. impressive at UA Future 50

Watkins displays enormous talent coupled with a championship mindset.

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Some of the top players in the class of 2025 showed off their skills at this weekend's Under Armour Future 50 camp. One of those to outshine the competition was Colorado's WR commit Winston Watkins Jr. 

The Sarasota, Fla. five-star has established himself as one of the top in 2025's class, but this latest performance proves he's ready to be in Boulder. Watkins, who won MVP at the Rivals camp earlier this year, appears to be one of the best technique route runners.

Watkins has been preparing for these moments for practically his entire life. How many recruits have easily accessible highlights going back to age six?

As the cousin of NFL wide receiver Sammy Watkins, Winston understands the path ahead and work required to succeed.

Now you see me, now you don't! Colorado 25' Commit Winston Watkins with an incredible release 💨 UA FUTURE 50
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️#skobuffs #wecoming pic.twitter.com/bkhWkikyI3

— NoSkoZone (@noskozone) June 24, 2023

And for a player who has adopted the “Primetime” moniker from the moment he first put on a helmet, he has certainly performed at a level worthy of the nickname.

OH MY 🤯

Ryan Montgomery (@RyanMonty2025) to Winston Watkins Jr. (@winstonwatkins_) for the 1-handed TD snag #Future50@UANextFootball | #UANext pic.twitter.com/HwDvfhY9Cx

— Billy Tucker (@TheUCReport) June 24, 2023

Hold up. Was that a one-handed catch? I need another angle on that one.

QB Ryan Montgomery touchdown pass to WR Winston Watkins with the 1-handed grab. https://t.co/5zDkwE6qPd pic.twitter.com/FTb7bZGbdR

— Trent Smallwood (@SmallwoodTrent) June 24, 2023

Wow! This certainly spells trouble for opposing PAC 12/BIG 12 cornerbacks.

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Good luck!