Browns Restructure Watson's Contract, Eyeing QB Future

0:00On March 6th, the Cleveland Browns just restructured Deshan Watson's massive contract to cut his cap hit from over $80 million down to A. More manageable number. This move clears about $17 million in space right before the new league year starts, giving the team room to chase free agents. Watson's time in Cleveland has been rough since that blockbuster trade back in 2022, where they gave up three first round picks and more. He's only played 19 games over three full seasons, and in Achilles' tear sideline him for the end of last year. Team owner Jimmy has them called the Watson deal a huge disappointment for the whole organization, owning up to the high cost and draft capital. General manager Andrew Berry stressed competition at quarterback, noting Watson's hard work in the offseason. Now the Browns are eyeing the future, hosting Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson on a top 30 visit. The 20-year-old threw for over 3500 yards and 28 touchdowns last season, and with picks at 6-24-and. 39 in the 20-26 draft,

1:06they have options alongside young quarterbacks like Shedder Sanders and Dylan Gabriel. As Watson pushes to reclaim the starting spot in offseason workouts, Cleveland balances giving him another shot while scouting fresh talent to rebuild. The quarterback position.