Deshaun Watson

Overall Rank
QB
Cleveland Browns
Height
6' 2"
Weight
221 lbs
Hand Size
--
(62nd)
Draft Pick
1.12
(2017)
College
Clemson
Age
30.7
Best Comparable Player
Dak Prescott
Workout Metrics
4.66
82nd
116.4
73rd
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
(68th)
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 2026 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. Watson was represented by David Mulugheta (Athletes First) in negotiations.

5 yr(s) / $230,000,000
Overall Contract Terms
$230,000,000
Total Guaranteed Money
$44,965,000
Signing Bonus
2026
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 $27,942,678
10.94%
2025 $46,000,000 $36,936,678
13.23%
2026 $46,000,000 $81,681,678
26.60%

Contract Details

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