In the chaotic world of Twitter, rumors are swirling about quarterback Deshaun Watson and his potential desire to be traded out of Cleveland. It’s a hot topic that has fans and analysts buzzing.
One bold fan quipped, “I would welcome a Ferrari in my driveway, with the title in my name.” Clearly, some people are dreaming big.
But the reality is, Deshaun Watson is unlikely to be traded, especially given his current contract situation. As one insider put it, “No one would trade for him at this point. He has lost his mojo.” The stakes are high with $46 million fully guaranteed in both 2025 and 2026.
The Cleveland Browns may be eager to offload Watson and his hefty contract. They could be willing to make a deal, even if it means paying a portion of his salary. In fact, they’ve pulled off such moves before, like with Brock Osweiler and his $17 million guaranteed salary in 2018.
However, the Osweiler deal was chump change compared to Watson’s $92 million. A trade would also result in a significant cap hit, potentially complicating matters further.
If Watson truly wants out, he may need to be willing to adjust his salary to facilitate a move. But the question remains, how much would he be willing to sacrifice to make it happen?
While a trade isn’t completely out of the realm of possibility, it’s a long shot at best. The more likely scenario is that the Browns will hold out hope that Watson can rediscover his former greatness on the field, especially now that his legal troubles seem to have been settled. After all, they gave up a king’s ransom in draft picks and money for him initially.
Only time will tell what the future holds for Deshaun Watson. But one thing’s for sure – the drama surrounding his potential trade request is far from over.
