Deshaun Watson addressed his detractors head-on with a sharp statement ahead of the season’s final week and explained his connection with the Cleveland Browns.
Watson has been recuperating from shoulder surgery that ended the season. He has been gone from the club for a while, recovering in Los Angeles. Watson and the team have continued to communicate often, though.
“They look good. I talk to Kevin [Stefanski] every week, [Andrew Berry] every week,” Watson said during his podcast QB Unplugged with Quincy Avery. “I talk to Jimmy Haslam every week.”
After Sunday, the Browns will have started five different quarterbacks this year. This season, Joe Flacco, PJ Walker, rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson, and Watson have all started games. Starting against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday will be the recently signed veteran Jeff Driskel.
With the Browns, Flacco has flourished, going 4-1 and tossing for more than 300 yards in four straight contests. With Flacco leading the offense in touchdowns, Watson has drawn criticism from some quarters. He is, nevertheless, delighted about the Browns’ accomplishments.
“They win and go to the Bowl, I’m going to the Bowl. They get a ring, I’m getting a ring,” said Watson, who is on a $230 million fully guaranteed contract. “I ain’t tripping on none of that. I’m hurt so I can’t do nothing. People just want something to say and talk about. It’s all personal for them. This s**t entertaining for me.”
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