The Houston Texans are still “standing firm” in their commitment to bring back star quarterback Deshaun Watson amidst his formal request for a trade from the organization, according to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Fantasy Impact: Nick Caserio, the newly hired General Manager for the Texans this offseason, has reportedly zero interest in trading disgruntled star quarterback Deshaun Watson despite him having requested a trade from the organization a couple weeks ago. The Texans and Watson continue to play hardball, with both parties attempting to leverage the situation to a favorable outcome. Watson will likely continue to ignore communication efforts from Caserio and newly hired head coach David Culley, fueling further public speculation and outrage, discrediting the Texans via media scrutiny. However, the Texans can fine Watson daily if he sits out mini-camp and training camp and can even opt to void the remaining $82.54 million of guarantees in Watson’s four-year, $156 million contract. The situation is far from over but should Watson end up forcing a trade and getting his preferred outcome, he is expected to yield at least three first-round draft picks for the Texans. Continue monitoring this situation as Watson is a premier talent and has the ability to change any franchise in need of a super-star quarterback.
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