Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson reiterated and reinforced his…
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson reiterated and reinforced his recruitment efforts for pending Cincinnati Bengals free agent Tee Higgins. Watson, in collaboration with his personal coach Quincy Avery, used his podcast “QB Unplugged” as a platform to publicly appeal to Higgins. On the episode released on January 26, Watson emphasized their team’s intention to heavily pass the ball and assured Higgins that he would be well taken care of in Cleveland. He highlighted the Cleveland fanbase’s potential adoration and the shared Clemson ties.
Despite facing criticism and displeasure from Cincinnati fans, Watson remained steadfast in his recruiting approach. Addressing the backlash on the February 2 episode of his show, he expressed his desire for Higgins and other top receivers, emphasizing that he was merely putting the idea out there. Watson acknowledged that the outcome is beyond his control, involving both free agency decisions and the recruitment of new players.
While Watson lacks direct control over the situation, he has effectively conveyed his message to the Cleveland front office, expressing a desire for an elite No. 2 option to complement Amari Cooper. Watson is confident in Browns general manager/executive vice president Andrew Berry’s ability to facilitate these potential changes.
