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Baker Mayfield could be upset.
The Cleveland Browns are showing enough interest in Texans defenseman Deshawn Watson to face him. According to multiple reports, the Browns will face Watson on Tuesday in Houston.
Tuesday will be a busy day for Watson, given that he is due to be questioned by attorney Tony Buzzby in civil lawsuits against Watson. Rumors of a first lawsuit against Watson surfaced 52 weeks ago today.
Despite the impending testimony, Watson met with the Saints and Panthers on Monday, also in Houston. Some will say that he should concentrate entirely on preparing for the displacement. It will be an experience unlike anything he has experienced. And if things go wrong, the teams that are currently interested in him may change their minds.
As explained on Monday, at least one potentially interested team is aware of the potential value of Tuesday’s testimony. Everyone should, honestly. Everyone should want to watch the video and read the transcript of the many in which Watson faces what could be a sizzling interrogation from Buzby.
Some people from the Browns may also be in line for difficult questions. Mayfield is currently a starter with a contract until 2022 and is recovering from surgery on his non-throwing shoulder. He has a fully guaranteed salary of $18.8 million for 2022. If the Browns gobble up Mayfield’s $35 million salary, they will presumably want to get rid of Mayfield’s salary.
Potential destinations at this stage theoretically include the Colts and possibly other teams that met with Watson on Monday, the Saints and the Panthers. Seattle might also be an option.
By trading Watson, the Texans will receive more than $24 million in 2022.