Deshaun Watson Contract: A Comprehensive Look
Details of the Contracts
Deshaun Watson has signed multiple contracts throughout his career, including the following:
- 4-year, $156 million contract with the Houston Texans, including a $27 million signing bonus
- 5-year, $230 million contract with the Cleveland Browns, including a $44.965 million signing bonus
Houston Texans Contract
Watson's contract with the Texans made him the highest-paid quarterback in the league at the time. It included a fully guaranteed $111 million, the highest guaranteed money for any quarterback in NFL history.
Cleveland Browns Contract
Watson's contract with the Browns is the largest contract in NFL history. It includes a fully guaranteed $230 million, breaking Watson's own record set with the Texans.
Salary and Bonuses
Watson's annual average salary is approximately $46 million, making him one of the highest-paid players in the NFL. He also received significant bonuses, including:
- $27 million signing bonus with the Texans
- $44.965 million signing bonus with the Browns
- Various performance-based bonuses
Record-Breaking Contract
Watson's contracts with both the Texans and Browns have been record-breaking deals. His contract with the Texans set a new mark for guaranteed money for a quarterback, and his contract with the Browns broke that record and is now the largest contract in NFL history.
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