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Deshaun Watson's $230M Deal Lags Behind Injury Struggles

4/1/2026

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Deshaun Watson (QB, Cleveland Browns) signed a five-year, $230 million contract after being acquired from the Houston Texans in 2022.
Watson has played only 19 games due to injuries.
Watson missed the entire 2025 season due to an Achilles injury.
He has a 9-10 record as a starter with 3,365 passing yards and 19 touchdowns.

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Deshaun Watson (QB, Cleveland Browns) signed a five-year, $230 million contract after being acquired from the Houston Texans in 2022.
Watson has played only 19 games due to injuries.
Watson missed the entire 2025 season due to an Achilles injury.
He has a 9-10 record as a starter with 3,365 passing yards and 19 touchdowns.