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Deshaun Watson's Future with the Browns in Jeopardy After Another Achilles Injury

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson ruptures his Achilles tendon again, jeopardizing his future with the team and potentially sidelining him for the entire 2025 season.

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The trade for Watson a few years ago has hampered the Browns, who gave up a lot of draft capital and signed him to an exorbitant deal.
Browns' Deshaun Watson ruptures Achilles for second time, putting 2025 season in doubt: report
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Even before Watson’s second surgery, his tenure in Cleveland was uncertain – at best. The Browns’ massive investment in him – the historic contract and trading three first-round picks to Houston – hasn’t worked out.
Browns’ Deshaun Watson could miss all of 2025 season after re-injuring achilles
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But things haven’t worked out — for either side — and the newest development could lead to a permanent separation between Watson and the team.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson reinjures Achilles, has surgery and will miss 'significant' time in 2025
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Updated: Jan 10th, 2025, 7:47 PM ET

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Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has suffered a second Achilles tendon rupture, requiring surgery and raising questions about his future with the team. Watson, who has only played 19 games in three seasons due to injuries and a suspension, is expected to miss significant time in 2025, and the Browns now face an uncertain quarterback situation. They hold a critical No. 2 overall draft pick and may seek a new quarterback through the draft or free agency, as Watson's expensive contract and poor performance have made his position increasingly vulnerable.

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