The Houston Texans are finalizing a deal long term deal with their franchise quarterback Deshaun Watson. The new deal is reportedly worth a total of $177.54 million with nearly $111M in guarantees.
Watson had two years remaining on his previous deal. Watson will make $39 million per year in base salary, on average, over the next four years, making him the highest-paid player in the NFL during that time frame, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.