Watson was a multi-purpose player at Penn State, playing tailback, wide receiver and kick returner.

He was part of the Penn State's infamous "running back by committee" during his senior season, sharing carries with future NFLers Larry Johnson, Omar Easy, and Eric McCoo.

In 2002, he played in all 16 games for the Redskins, mostly in relief of injured Stephen Davis, finishing second on the team in rushing with 116 carries for 534 yards and a pair of touchdowns.

Watson then signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as a free agent on September 30, 2004, and played in eight games, mostly on special teams that season.

The following week, the Bengals released Watson on October 4 to make room for wide receiver Chris Henry, who was coming off suspension.