Watson is under contract for the next two years at $46 million annually. However, he will count $73 million against the cap each year, significantly hampering the Browns’ roster-building efforts. Cutting Watson — who is on a fully guaranteed contract — would lead to a historic amount of dead cap.

With the Browns in a historically unique spot regarding Deshaun Watson, they are not in a good position to release

The 29-year-old is signed for two more seasons for $92 million guaranteed with a whopping cap hit of $72.9 million in each season.

Deshaun Watson appears to be enjoying his time away from the Cleveland Browns as he recovers from an Achilles injury.

He has a big arm and has led the league in both passing yards (5,109) and interceptions (30) in the same season (2019). He has led Cleveland to wins over the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers in five games as the Browns' starter this season, during which he is 2-3.

The Browns are giving Deshaun Watson a chance to come back and compete for the starting job in 2025, and it’s not just about the money. The money is certainly a big part of it, given that the Browns would trigger a $119 million cap charge in 2025 if they designate him a post-June 1 cut or trade.

Jameis Winston's struggles make the Cleveland Browns' baffling stance on Deshaun Watson somewhat less bizarre.

The Cleveland Browns’ 2024 season left fans with more frustration than hope, and much of the blame has been directed at quarterback Deshaun Watson. Despite the dismal performance, team owner Jimmy Haslam has shown confidence in GM Andrew Berry and HC Kevin Stefanski,

The Cleveland Browns have reportedly made a 2025 decision on star quarterback Deshaun Watson. Watson, who was traded from Houston to Cleveland and then given a fully guaranteed five year, $230 million contract,