The Cleveland Browns are getting closer to having Deshaun Watson back in the mix, but it remains uncertain how much that will truly matter.
Watson is obviously the most expensive quarterback on the roster, and if we’re going based on history, he’s certainly been the best, but during his time with the Browns, he’s been one of the worst players in the NFL in terms of production.
Regarding what his future might look like with the organization, Zac Jackson of The Athletic had the latest on what is going on right now. He noted that Watson has been cleared for play and will be in the building next week.
“Monken has only met with Deshaun Watson once. Watson, who hasn’t played since October 2024 due to a twice-torn right Achilles tendon, has been medically cleared for competition and will be in the building next week. The team’s formal but voluntary offseason program begins Tuesday.”
Perhaps Watson having some time off will be a good thing for him on and off the field. We have to remember now, while he’s struggled a good bit in recent years, that doesn’t take away from the fact that he was once one of the better quarterbacks in the NFL. There’s a reason why the Browns made the move they did for him, and while it hasn’t worked out, it’s always possible that things can go back to what they used to be.
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