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Deshaun Watson’s $230M Deal Puts Cleveland Browns in a Tough Spot

Deshaun Watson’s $230 million fully guaranteed contract has become a financial anchor for the Browns. For the 2026 season, his restructured $44.96 million cap hit remains a massive burden. By repeatedly converting salary into bonuses, Cleveland has pushed his future "dead money" to a staggering $131 million. This "kick the can" strategy restricts the front office from signing elite free agents.