Deshaun Watson Talks Baker Mayfield Matchup Ahead of Bucs QB's Revenge Game vs. Browns
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Key Points:
- The Cleveland Browns traded for Deshaun Watson in the 2022 offseason, signing him to a five-year, $230 million contract, ending the Baker Mayfield era and leading to Mayfield's trade to the Carolina Panthers.
- On Sunday, Watson's Browns will face Mayfield's Tampa Bay Buccaneers, marking a notable quarterback matchup between the former teammates.
- Watson expressed respect for Mayfield but emphasized his focus on the Browns' defense and team performance rather than individual statistics.
- Mayfield has thrived with the Buccaneers, throwing 95 touchdowns and earning two postseason appearances and Pro Bowl selections from 2023 to 2025.
- Watson's tenure with the Browns has been hampered by injuries and inconsistent play, with 20 touchdowns and an average of 178.5 passing yards per game in 20 starts, and he downplayed media expectations for a breakout performance.
