Cleveland Browns Plan for Deshaun Watson in 2025

The Cleveland Browns plan to retain quarterback Deshaun Watson for the 2025 season despite his disappointing performance and ongoing recovery from an Achilles injury. Team owner Jimmy Haslam and management have indicated that head coach Kevin Stefanski and general manager Andrew Berry will also return, as they believe Watson can improve with a more stable offseason. However, Watson's massive contract poses a significant financial burden, with a cap hit of $73 million per year, complicating the team's roster decisions. While the Browns are expected to bring in competition for the quarterback position, they are committed to giving Watson a chance to reclaim his starting role. Fans have expressed frustration over Watson's continuation as starter, citing declining interest and poor performance since his high-profile acquisition. The team's management faces pressure to rebuild fan trust and bolster attendance amid a grim season record of 3-10.