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Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson Is Not Happy With Questions About His Desire to Play

Former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson took exception with the media about his desire to play on Sundays for the Cleveland Browns.
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson Is Not Happy With Questions About His Desire to Play
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson Is Not Happy With Questions About His Desire to Play

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Former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson is once again set to miss a game for the Cleveland Browns after head coach Kevin Stefanski ruled the QB for their matchup with the Seattle Seahawks On Sunday.

After missing matchups with the Ravens and 49ers, with a bye week mixed in as well, Watson was knocked out of his team's 39-38 win over the Colts last week after attempting just five passes. 

Amidst rumors surrounding his motivation to play, Watson has responded to the concerns.

"None of those national people know me. They don't talk to me. If it ain't coming from me, all that other (expletive) is (expletive)," Watson said on Thursday."Why would I not want to play? I just worked my (expletive) off for two years to get back. I see all the narratives. All that stuff is just trying to cause controversy and commotion. I'm fine. I'm happy."

This season heading into Week 8, Watson has played in just three games, plus most of one quarter vs. the Colts, and is now set to miss his third in the last four games. 

Not exactly what you want from a guy making $230 million fully guaranteed.

In the wake of Watson missing yet another game, P.J. Walker has once again been promoted to the starting role.

Last week after Watson was knocked out of the game, Walker led the Browns on a 12-play, 80-yard drive that ended in the go-ahead touchdown and a 39-38 over Indianapolis. 

In other words, Walker has come in and led the Browns to two straight wins. One of which was against arguably the NFL's best team, which now has Cleveland sitting at 4-2.

"There's no negative vibes or negative energy with this team," Watson insisted. "We're 4-2. We're in a great place. We don't care how we get our victories."

Meanwhile, Watson, who is making an average of $2.7 million per game with Cleveland this season, is set to be sidelined once again.


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