The Houston Texans remain firm in their claim that they will not negotiate quarterback Deshaun Watson. However, if they change their minds and negotiate with the player three times in the Pro Bowl, a former general manager of the NFL believes that the New England Patriots will be the team that will acquire Watson.
Speaking on ESPN’s Rise On Wednesday, former general manager of the New York Jets and executive vice president of football operations for the Miami Dolphins, Mike Tannenbaum, said the Patriots would be driven to take Watson and do whatever it takes to be a winning franchise. again, even take them back to the Super Bowl.
“New England Patriots, let’s get Deshaun Watson,” said Tannenbaum via NESN. “Nick Caserio just came from the Patriots and they know each other well. If I get Deshaun Watson – with all the other opt-outs coming back – I will go to the Super Bowl. I will defeat the Kansas City Chiefs. Bill Belichick is a great competitor, he will do whatever it takes. We got Deshaun Watson, we’re back at the Super Bowl. New England, Tampa Bay at next year’s Super Bowl in LA. Talk about an unmissable game. “
The Patriots ended the season with a 7-9 record and have doubts about their position as a defender. Cam Newton, who started 15 games for the Patriots last season, shot for 2,657 yards, eight touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Newton is scheduled to become a free agent, and the Patriots may seek to take a different direction.
Watson, who led the league in passing yards last season (4,823), would instantly become an upgrade in position and make the Patriots contenders in the sudden AFC East. Watson asked for an exchange and several teams, like the Jets, may be interested in closing a deal.
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