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As the betting market for Texans quarterback Deshawn Watson picks up pace, so does the betting market. The guys at PointsBet have compiled the odds for the next team that Watson will bet on.
Panthers are the favorite at +175. However, until it is known that Watson has changed his mind about the Panthers (he refused to waive the no-trade clause for the Carolinas a year ago), this is a risky bet.
The Buccaneers are next at +400, followed by the Seahawks at +450 and the Texans at +500.
Browns +700, Eagles +800, Dolphins +800, Saints +1000, Steelers +1000.
Lions land at +2000 along with Vikings and jets (!). Colts – +2500 offer, along with Raiders. Titans is the farthest shot from the +3300 list.
Given the odds, the Eagles might be the best buy. Perhaps the Bucs are following them. Instead of betting on Texans, Dolphins or Stealers, we can offer to set fire to your money; at least you get some heat before it disappears.
Planes are an odd choice at +2000 given the presence of Zach Wilson. It’s also hard to imagine Watson choosing to play for the Lions unless Dan Campbell throws a damn good pitch. And it’s hard to imagine the Texans trading Watson for Colts or Titans.
Again, none of this matters until we know where Watson wants to play.