Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson has come out as the biggest bust in the NFL. In March 2022, the controversial QB signed a 5-year, $230 million contract with the Browns, and in his first two seasons, he has played only 12 games and scored 14 touchdowns. Moreover, he has earned over $90 million in these two seasons, all while underperforming or sitting out of the league.
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The Kardiac Kids marked their sixth win of the season while defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the Week 10 showdown with a final score of 33-31. While Watson led the team to a thrilling victory, he also sustained two season-ending injuries. Watson’s MRI report has revealed a left ankle high ankle sprain and a right shoulder displaced fracture to the glenoid. His throwing shoulder injury would require surgery, for which he is likely to miss the entire season.
The Cleveland Browns trusted the 28-year-old QB to be the face of their franchise in the coming years. However, the decision went against them, as now the team owes Watson $46 million each of the next three years, resulting in a cap hit of almost $64 million per season. The team committed with no exit strategy, and his $230 million guaranteed contract has become a disaster for them.
Deshaun Watson has made $5.6 million for every touchdown he’s scored since joining the #Browns…
He’s earned $90.8 million in two years but has only played in 12 games. pic.twitter.com/YDKyZKQeDo
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) November 16, 2023
After Deshaun Watson‘s injury was announced, a post on X made the rounds, claiming that the Browns QB has earned $5.6 million for every touchdown he has scored after being traded to the team. Reacting to the above figures and his injury, the DAWGS are concerned about how their team will move forward in the season as backup QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson takes over the starting role once again.
One user commented,
I guess he’s getting paid for sitting on the bench too, talk about a good deal
— Football Hits (@footballhits179) November 16, 2023
Another individual conveyed his disappointment.
Crazy how much of a disappointing pick up that was
— Harecules (@harecules) November 16, 2023
It surprised a supporter upon discovering Watson’s earnings.
That’s an insane ratio.
— B. Klaus (@B_Klaus) November 16, 2023
Someone commended his unique skill.
He’s a great businessman
— OG Brands (@OG_Brands) November 16, 2023
A fan expressed,
Browns clearly lost this transaction
— Database Sports Picks (@DatabasePicks) November 16, 2023
Before this season-ending injury, the three-time Pro Bowler missed two games after he got injured while running the ball against the Tennessee Titans in Week 3. He suffered a bruise and strain in the rotator cuff of his throwing arm and missed two crucial games against the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Watson also missed 11 games last season after getting slapped with an NFL suspension for conduct deemed detrimental to the league.
Rookie QB’s Stellar Performance Surpasses Deshaun Watson
The critics are comparing Watson to his former team’s QB, C.J. Stroud, who is having a terrific season. Browns QB has played 12 games and has recorded 2217 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions. On the other hand, Stroud, while playing his first NFL season, already has better stats than him. In nine games, the rookie QB has thrown for 2626 yards while scoring 15 touchdowns and 2 interceptions.
C.J. Stroud has done far better than what Watson did in his first year with the Texans, proving he’s the best first-round quarterback the team has picked in five years. He’s 12th in passing (78.9) and 10th in offense (81.7), with more completions (196) than Lamar Jackson (194), Russell Wilson (155), and Deshaun Watson (105).
While the Texans will clash against the Cardinals next week, who aren’t seen as much of a threat this season, the Browns will face the Steelers, who are currently 6-3 and dominating the season. Both teams have plenty of chances to secure a playoff berth, and it all now depends on the rookie and the backup.
