
Alan Watson brings quick, low-to-the-ground burst to Columbia’s backfield
Watson’s calling card is **speed and explosiveness**: Columbia coach Mangurian described him as “quick, explosive” with excellent long speed and a compact, skater-like running style that keeps him moving efficiently through traffic.[1] In his Columbia career, he played in 32 games with 12 starts and totaled 958 rushing yards and one touchdown on 217 carries, which suggests a useful, steady rotational back rather than a volume centerpiece.[2] If you want a back with burst, balance, and effort, Watson is a credible fit; if you need a workhorse with big touchdown production, he’s less that profile.[1][2]