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Several teams attempted to get quarterback Matthew Stafford from the Lions. With Texan quarterback Deshaun Watson wanting to trade himself, it’s easy to look at teams that didn’t have Stafford as a starting point for those chasing Watson.
The Broncos, Panthers, 49ers, Washington and the Colts tried to catch Stafford. They will probably try to get Watson. The Bears, Jets and Patriots were also in the conversation for Stafford. These teams are likely to be in the conversation for Watson.
Other teams that have not chased Stafford may be interested in Watson. Potentially, some of the teams that would make a deal for Stafford would not be willing to offer the type of package needed to obtain Watson.
In addition, there may be some teams that have explored Stafford discreetly and will explore Watson discreetly, with the word of their interest never going out so as not to damage the relationship with the current team holder.
In any case, Texans will receive offers for Watson. If they play their cards right, they can establish a bidding war, perhaps between teams in the same division, which can get even more than the three first round choices that some think should be the minimum price for a Watson deal. .