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Browns Seek New Coach Amid Watson Fallout; Texans Thrive

1/19/2026

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Four years ago, the Cleveland Browns traded for quarterback Deshaun Watson and signed him to a fully guaranteed $230 million contract despite pending civil lawsuits.
The trade enabled the Houston Texans to acquire multiple draft picks, leading to the addition of defensive end Will Anderson Jr.
The Browns are now seeking a new coach after fallout from the Watson trade.
The Texans have improved and now aim for the AFC Championship.

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Story summary

Four years ago, the Cleveland Browns traded for quarterback Deshaun Watson and signed him to a fully guaranteed $230 million contract despite pending civil lawsuits.
The trade enabled the Houston Texans to acquire multiple draft picks, leading to the addition of defensive end Will Anderson Jr.
The Browns are now seeking a new coach after fallout from the Watson trade.
The Texans have improved and now aim for the AFC Championship.