Eugene “Tre” Wilson III | WR | Florida | 2026 Draft Eligible
Few freshmen in the country found the same level of success that Tre Wilson found at Florida last season. Tre is the son of Eugene Wilson II, the former DB for the Patriots and Texans. Eugene won two SuperBowls in New England and finished with over 400 tackles and 14 interceptions in his NFL career, so Tre has some pretty big shoes to fill. But Tre has found his success on the offensive side of the football as one of the top wide receivers for the Gators. So how does his game project out for devy and dynasty fantasy football? Let’s dive into his prospect profile and find out.
High School
Wilson attended Gaither High School in Tampa, FL. He broke out as a junior, posting 62 receptions for 925 yards and seven touchdowns and finding the endzone once on the ground. Tre lined up on both sides of the ball, playing cornerback, safety, and wide receiver. He had 23 total tackles and four INTs as a junior.
Tre only appeared in seven games as a senior due to a collarbone injury but was very efficient and productive in those games. He amassed 40 receptions for 764 yards and 11 TDs, averaging over 100 receiving yards per contest. Wilson also added 32 tackles and 5 INTs on the defensive side.
Wilson ran track earlier in high school, primarily in the 100M and 200M dash. His best times didn’t suggest truly elite speed (11.36 100M, 22.85 200M), but at the same time, he hit these marks as a sophomore. So, I’d assume he’s gotten faster in the past three years.
Wilson had 23 D1 offers coming out of high school, including Georgia, Alabama, and FSU. He ultimately chose to play for Billy Napier’s Gators, staying close to home. He was a 4-star prospect according to On3, 247 Sports, ESPN, and Rivals.
Florida Gators
As I alluded to earlier, Tre had a productive Year 1 in Gainesville, finishing with 544 receiving yards and six touchdowns on 61 receptions. He has a target rate of 25.7%, an incredible mark for any underclassman in the Power 5. Wilson lined up in the slot about 40% of the time, out wide about 60%, and was used in motion quite a bit. Coach Napier utilized Wilson’s versatility and play-making ability quite nicely.
Let’s take a look at a few more advanced metrics for Wilson. He had 1.97 yards per route run (YPRR). I would say that any YPRR around 2.0 for a freshman is solid. For reference, he had a higher YPRR than Adonai Mitchell, Keon Coleman, and Jacob Cowing.
Wilson’s average depth of target was one of the lowest in the country, posting a 2.8 aDOT. He had tons of manufactured touches around the line of scrimmage and was used similarly to Rashee Rice or Deebo Samuel in the NFL. Billy Napier loved to call Tre’s number on jet sweep plays, where he often cut in front of the quarterback and got cheap receptions.
One of Tre’s biggest strengths was creating yards after the catch. He had 7.9 YAC/REC, which was tied for first in his class (minimum 25 targets). This mark is not too surprising, as many of Tre’s receptions were around the line of scrimmage where he was in motion, with the intention of getting him into open space. He excelled in this role, consistently showcasing his elusiveness, quick-cut ability, and burst.
Tre’s 81.5 PFF receiving grade and 81.8 offensive grade also led his draft class (minimum 25 targets). And he had zero drops over 61 receptions; you can’t do much better than that!
Concerns
My biggest concern with Tre Wilson’s game is that most of his production came from designed touches. Can he succeed in a typical wide receiver role at the next level, or will he need to be in the right system getting fed manufactured touches in order to succeed? There’s no doubt that this kid is a top-tier athlete, but I worry that his very unique skill set may not be the most effective for fantasy production in the future.
Tre is listed at 5’10” and 181 lbs. on Florida’s website. This isn’t concerningly small, but he doesn’t have a large frame, which seems clear when watching film. I don’t see Wilson finding much success as an x-receiver in the NFL. He may have to operate more out of the slot and in motion to reach his NFL potential. Again, this is why I am hesitant about taking Tre in devy leagues; not every NFL team is looking for a guy with his skill set.
Dynasty/Devy Value
In this 2026 draft class, I would still prefer Carnell Tate, Johntay Cook II, and Zachariah Branch over Wilson. He would likely slot in as my WR4 after these three guys. Based on his level of productivity in Year 1, I think many devy players will be overvaluing Wilson a bit, and I won’t have many shares. I recognize the upside that comes with Wilson’s athleticism and versatility, and I think he could be a future first-round pick in 2026 dynasty rookie drafts. Still, I’m tempering my expectations just a bit. I don’t foresee this guy becoming a true WR1 at the NFL level.
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