Browns GM Won’t Say if Deshaun Watson Will Ever Play For Team Again

Deshaun Watson suffered a significant injury during the Cleveland Browns’ game against the Cincinnati Bengals on October 20, 2024. He ruptured his right Achilles tendon while attempting a designed quarterback run late in the first half. Watson was immediately carted off the field, and an MRI confirmed the rupture, which will require surgical repair. As a result, he will miss the remainder of the 2024 season.This injury comes on top of a challenging period for Watson, who had already been dealing with inconsistent play and injuries since joining the Browns. He had missed part of the 2023 season with a shoulder issue and faced criticism for his performance this year.Deshaun Watson’s contract with the Cleveland Browns is a unique, fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million deal running through 2026. This historic contract, signed in 2022, averages $46 million per season and is fully secured, which has given the Browns limited flexibility regarding Watson’s performance and injuries. Despite restructuring his contract to create cap space, the Browns face major financial consequences if they attempt to release him early. For instance, if they were to cut him after the 2024 season, it would result in a $172 million dead cap hit in 2025,...