Steelers Rival Browns Could Get Out of Deshaun Watson Contract
PITTSBURGH -- During the Pittsburgh Steelers Week 2 win over the Cleveland Browns, quarterback Deshaun Watson accumulated three fines for violations on the field, sparking a conversation about his future with the team and a potential loophole to release him.
According to Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio, the Browns could have a way to void Watson's future guarantees if the league suspends him for on-field infractions. The five-year, $230 million contract is fully guaranteed by Cleveland.
Now, the specifics of the suspension would play a key role in the contract. If Watson is suspended for only one game, or because of non-egregious conduct, his guarantees stay in place. However, the team determines if the suspension is due to egregious conduct.
This past week, Watson was fined for two face mask penalties and then for a "violent gesture" made on the field. Currently, there is no talk of suspension, but that could, and likely would, change if he continues accumulating penalties for these same issues.
Watson has $138 million in guarantees remaining in his contract, which runs through 2026. Through two games this season, Watson has completed 38 of 69 passes for 389 yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions.
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