
Samuel Gbatu Jr. is UC Davis’s big-play engine at WR
In the 2025 season, Samuel Gbatu Jr. emerged as one of the most dangerous pass-catchers in the country, finishing with 70 receptions for 1,169 yards and 11 touchdowns, and UC Davis said he ended the year as an All-American while ranking near the top nationally in receiving production. He’s the kind of receiver you care about because he stretches defenses vertically, shows true after-the-catch juice, and has a proven knack for explosive plays and scoring; UC Davis also highlighted seven 100-yard games and two 85-plus-yard scores, which screams game-changer, not just stat padder.





