Since 2001, the U.S. Army All-American Bowl has showcased the nation's premier high school football talent. The level of play in these games has demanded the absolute highest levels of mental, emotional and physical strengths for those participating. The expansive and continually growing list of prominent alumni featured in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl's history stands as proof of this strength and the extraordinary level of competition. Some of the most notable All-American alumni include: 2007 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Adrian Peterson, Mark Sanchez, Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow, Andrew Luck, and Marcus Lattimore among many more.
Currently, there are more than 100 U.S. Army All-Americans playing in the NFL. During the 2011 NFL Draft, 28 U.S. Army All-Americans were selected, including five first round selections. An incredible total of 65 U.S. Army All-Americans have been selected in the past two NFL Drafts. More and more U.S. Army All-Americans enter the NFL each season as the Army All-American Bowl continues to produce some of the game’s brightest stars on its biggest stage.
2011 U.S. All-American bowl
South Fort Myers High School | FL
- Watkins was twice named All-State and helped lead South Fort Myers to the state semifinals as a senior, where he scored 12 times receiving and an additional seven times by kick, punt and interception returns. For his career, Watkins set county records with 2,997 yards receiving and 36 touchdowns in his career.
College: Clemson University
- Watkins was an easy choice for National Freshman of the Year after hauling in 82 passes for 1,219 yards and a dozen touchdowns. A First-Team All-ACC and All-American selection, he set Clemson single-season records for receiving yards and touchdowns. Just a sophomore, Watkins is already considered a strong candidate for the Heisman Trophy.
