Tampa Bay adds 400+ pound ‘Tush Push Terminator’ Desmond Watson ahead of Week 4 Eagles clash

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have added defensive tackle Desmond Watson to their practice squad. Weighing over 400 pounds, Watson is one of the heaviest prospects in NFL history. The timing is notable as the Buccaneers prepare for their Week 4 showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles, known for their short-yardage “tush push” plays.

Watson’s size and strength make him a potential game-changer on the defensive line.

Heaviest NFL prospect Desmond Watson joins Buccaneers' practice squad

Watson built his reputation at Florida, where his massive size made him nearly impossible to move in the trenches. At 6-foot-6 and over 400 pounds, he turned heads at his Pro Day not just because of his weight, but also for showing surprising athleticism. The Buccaneers initially signed him after the 2024 NFL Draft, but he spent training camp on the non-football injury list due to conditioning concerns.Since then, Watson has worked extensively with team nutritionists and conditioning staff, dropping weight and improving his fitness level. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed that Watson impressed during a recent workout, which ultimately earned him another chance with Tampa Bay.

Bucs eye Eagles’ Tush Push with signing of Desmond Watson

The timing of this move is impossible to ignore. The Buccaneers’ next opponent, the undefeated Eagles, are best known for their “tush push” quarterback sneak—a short-yardage play that has been nearly unstoppable with Jalen Hurts under center.

Watson’s sheer size and strength make him an obvious candidate to disrupt the Eagles’ bread-and-butter play, and some fans have already dubbed him the “Tush Push Terminator.

”Still, Bowles insisted Watson wasn’t signed just for one role. “If we bring him in, we think he can play,” Bowles said, making it clear that the team views Watson as a long-term project with potential to contribute beyond a single matchup.

Desmond Watson could be the heaviest NFL player ever

If activated for gameday, Watson could officially become the heaviest player ever to take the field in an NFL regular season game. That milestone alone has drawn plenty of attention from fans and media, but what excites the Buccaneers most is his ability to clog running lanes and collapse the pocket.Also Read: Colts turn to veteran Mike Hilton as Kenny Moore’s injury creates urgent defensive needFor now, Watson is only one roster move away from joining the active squad. With Tampa Bay and Philadelphia both entering Week 4 at 3-0, his presence adds another layer of intrigue to one of the weekend’s biggest showdowns.