Deshaun Watson: Miami Dolphins in trade talks to acquire Houston Texans quarterback
The Texans have reportedly sought three first-round selections and two second-round picks in any trade for the 26-year-old; Watson reported to Houston training camp to avoid being fined $50,000 per day
Wednesday 20 October 2021 22:14, UK
The Houston Texans and Miami Dolphins are in trade discussions involving beleaguered quarterback Deshaun Watson, according to US reports.
The Houston Chronicle reported on Wednesday that the trade could happen later this week. The NFL trade deadline is November 2.
Watson hasn't played for the Texans this season. He stands accused of sexual assault by 22 women who have filed lawsuits. Police and the NFL have ongoing investigations.
But the off-the-field behaviour hasn't prevented the Dolphins from coveting Watson. Miami reportedly has been interested since Watson informed the Texans earlier this year that he would like to be traded.
Houston has reportedly sought three first-round selections and two second-round picks in any trade for the 26-year-old Watson.
Though he is disgruntled with the Texans, Watson reported to training camp to avoid being fined $50,000 per day. He attends meetings but hasn't played in any games.
Watson, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, has passed for 14,539 yards, 104 touchdowns and 36 interceptions in 54 games (53 starts) over four seasons. He established career highs of 4,823 yards and 33 touchdowns last season while throwing a career low seven interceptions.
The Dolphins have made a disappointing start to the season, with Sunday's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in London seeing them fall to 1-5.
Miami's starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa returned from a three-game injury-enforced absence to feature at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.
