Deshaun Watson

Overall Rank
QB36
2023
Height
6' 2"
Weight
221 lbs
Hand Size
9"
(60th)
Draft Pick
1.12
(2017)
College
Clemson
Age
28.6
Best Comparable Player
Dak Prescott
Workout Metrics
4.66
84th
116.4
74th
11.26
75th
49
2nd
20
6th
40-Yard Dash
Burst Score
Agility Score
Throw Velocity
Wonderlic Score
85.3
(89th)
College QBR
8.1
(51st)
College YPA
20.0
(69th)
Breakout Age

Deshaun Watson Contract

Deshaun Watson signed a 5 Years, $230,000,000 contract with the Cleveland Browns on March 18, 2022. The contract runs through the 2027 season and has an average annual value of $46,000,000. It also came with a $44,965,000 signing bonus and $230,000,000 guaranteed, making it the most guaranteed money in NFL history. Watson was represented by David Mulugheta (Athletes First) in negotiations.

5 yr(s) / $230,000,000
Overall Contract Terms
$230,000,000.00
Total Guaranteed Money
$44,965,000.00
Signing Bonus
2027
Expiration Year

Salary Cap Details

Year Base Salary Cap Hit Cap %
2022 $402,500 $9,395,500
4.51%
2023 $1,080,000 $19,057,000
8.48%
2024 $46,000,000 $63,977,000
25.05%
2025 $46,000,000 $63,977,000
24.14%
2026 $46,000,000 $63,977,000
22.53%
2027 - $8,984,000
2.86%

Contract Details

  • Void Year in 2027
  • Signing Bonuses and Future Guarantees will not be voided in event of suspension