3 biggest contracts the Houston Texans have ever given out

Quarterback Deshaun Watson (4 years/$156 million in 2020)

Deshaun Watson was the Texans’ first-round pick in 2017 and their first quarterback selected since David Carr in 2002. Watson had an elite career in Houston. Totaling 14,539 yards, 104 touchdowns, 36 interceptions and 17 rushing touchdowns in his four short seasons with the team. After the 2019 season where he totaled 3,852 yards, 26 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, the Texans signed Watson to a four-year mega contract worth $156 million.

As it stands, the Texans ripped off the Cleveland Browns in this trade, and Houston set themselves up for not only long-term success, but also short-term success by shipping away the cornerstone of their franchise.

Watson has had an up-and-down seven-year career so far, but Texans fans should rejoice knowing they got the best version of Deshaun Watson since he left Clemson and were able to replace him by CJ Stroud. Watson led Houston to two division championships and two playoff appearances during his time in Houston, and he was under the impression that he and Deandre Hopkins would be the next duo in the league.

Regardless of how Deshaun Watson’s career ends, one thing is certain. He was a bright light in Houston Texans football at a time when they were just one quarterback away from competing.