Wake Forest’s compact, explosive touch-and-go weapon
In the 2025 season, Chris Barnes emerged as Wake Forest’s most versatile spark plug, finishing with 39 receptions for 547 yards and 3 receiving touchdowns while also contributing as a runner and returner. At 5-foot-7 and 168 pounds, his game is built on quickness, change-of-direction juice, and after-catch burst rather than size. The big differentiator: he can create offense in multiple ways, which makes him useful for teams that want a motion-heavy, space-creating WR who can also handle return duties. Tiny frame, huge headaches for defenders.
