Jimmy Haslam keeps door open on Deshaun Watson staying with Browns beyond 2026
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Key Points:
- Browns owner Jimmy Haslam acknowledged last year's Deshaun Watson signing as "a big swing and miss" but did not rule out Watson staying with the team beyond his 2026 contract.
- Haslam indicated that Watson's future with the Browns depends on his performance in upcoming practices and exhibition games, with final decisions resting with coach Todd Monken.
- If Watson wins the starting quarterback role and performs well, the Browns may consider retaining him despite past off-field issues and inconsistent play.
- At 30 years old, Watson still has potential to revive his career, though there is speculation he might regain franchise-quarterback form with another team if the Browns let him go.
