Eugene Wilson III, WR, LSU: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
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Position |
Wide Receiver (WR) |
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Jersey Number |
#3 |
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Class |
Senior |
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School |
LSU |
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Height / Weight |
5’11” / 190 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Tampa, Fla. / Gaither HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Receiving & Rushing Production
|
Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Rec |
Yds |
Y/R |
TD |
Y/G |
Long |
Rush |
Yds |
TD |
|
2023 |
Florida |
SEC |
FR |
10 |
61 |
538 |
8.8 |
6 |
53.8 |
— |
13 |
104 |
0 |
|
2024 |
Florida |
SEC |
SO |
4 |
19 |
266 |
14.0 |
1 |
66.5 |
— |
2 |
12 |
0 |
|
2025 |
Florida |
SEC |
JR |
8 |
27 |
239 |
8.9 |
3 |
29.9 |
— |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|
Total |
22 |
107 |
1,043 |
9.7 |
10 |
47.4 |
— |
15 |
116 |
0 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on his explosive slot profile, exceptional change-of-direction quickness, and verified movement traits.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.42 – 4.50 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 34.5″ – 36.5″
- Broad Jump: 10’0″ – 10’4″
- 10-Yard Split: 1.50 – 1.56 seconds
- Bench Press: 13 – 17 repetitions
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
Eugene “Tre” Wilson III arrived as a highly touted four-star prospect out of Gaither High School in Tampa, Florida, quickly asserting himself as an electric offensive weapon in the SEC. Though various injuries disrupted stretches of his sophomore and junior years with the Gators, Wilson consistently demonstrated dynamic traits when on the field, including a record-setting freshman campaign where he broke Florida’s single-game freshman receptions mark with 11 catches against Georgia. Seeking to maximize his draft stock and health under a high-powered offensive system, Wilson transferred to LSU for his senior season.
Key Strengths
- Open-Field Elusiveness: Possesses elite stop-start quickness and natural spatial awareness, making him a lethal weapon on screens, slants, and manufactured touches.
- Proven SEC Production: Has performed at a high level against elite competition when healthy, highlighted by his Freshman All-SEC campaign and standout outings against top-tier conference defenses.
- Route Separation in the Slot: Uses fluid hips and sudden acceleration to create immediate separation out of breaks against man coverage underneath.
- YAC Threat: Dangerous in space with the vision to maximize yardage after the catch, consistently turning routine underneath completions into chunk yardage.
Developmental Focus
As Wilson heads into his senior year at LSU, establishing a full, uninterrupted season of health is the primary priority for evaluators monitoring his medical evaluation. Additionally, expanding his route tree beyond short and intermediate concepts to show consistent deep-threat tracking on vertical routes will elevate his ceiling as a complete, multi-level receiving prospect.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
pending
All-Star Game Notes
- 2026 Shriners Children’s East-West Bowl 1000
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
pending