Browns Deshaun Watson Explains How He's Changed

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has experienced a volatile NFL career marked by promising starts, sexual assault allegations, injuries, and suspensions. Currently, Watson is set to play his first live game since mid-2024, and he believes he has evolved into a different player since joining the Browns in 2022. Despite early positive expectations at Houston, Watson acknowledges that his game has changed due to injuries and the passage of time.

He emphasizes playing instinctively and trusting his instincts, a lesson from former coach Bill O’Brien, as the key to his success. Watson's NFL journey has been marred by legal issues, costly contract disputes, and multiple season-ending injuries, leading to his trade to the Browns for a hefty price tag. Watson has played in just 19 games since joining the Browns, recording 3,365 passing yards, 19 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.

With Watson's future uncertain, he may need to compete with fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders for the starting position before he can showcase his potential again.