Agent Of Deshaun Watson Claims There Has Been No Discussion Of Playing For Bucs
February 17th, 2022
Houston QB Deshaun Watson.
There is always a dangerous element of dealing with player agents, whether on-the-record or off-the-record. That’s because they have no interest in revealing the truth.
Player agents are employed by the player. They have but one interest: getting the most money for their client. So whatever they say is calculated if not rehearsed. They generally will not offer up any intel unless it enhances the chances of their client making money directly or indirectly, immediately or down the road.
That’s why Joe usually steers clear of agents, and when Joe does deal with them, it is very often with a skeptical eye.
In short, a reporter is more likely to get used or played by an agent than informed.
So Joe is typing the following with a raised eyebrow.
Earlier this week, veteran NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler reported that embattled quarterback Deshaun Watson added the Bucs and the Vikings to his list of potential destinations whenever he is sprung loose by the Texans, who Watson vowed to never play for again.
This came shortly after he signed a massive contract with the team. And yes, the gifted and talented Watson fully followed through with Operation Shutdown all of last season.
On the heels of Fowler’s report, Watson’s agent tells another veteran of the NFL reporting world, Josina Anderson, that he and his client have not discussed the Bucs at all.
I spoke with Deshaun Watson’s agent. He says there’s no truth that Watson is eyeing the Bucs, Vikings or any teams ahead of free agency. “We haven’t had any talks among ourselves or with teams about possible destinations as we are focused on clearing Deshaun’s name at this time.”
— IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) February 17, 2022
Joe finds this difficult to believe. Are we to swallow the notion that Watson and his client have not once entertained the thought of Watson playing for the Bucs since Tom Brady retired. Really?
Oh, Joe supposes this could be true but only a naive person would believe that.
Joe is not saying Anderson’s reporting is wrong; please do not misunderstand. Joe has a hunch this a CYA effort by Watson’s agent to make sure he’s not running afoul of NFL tampering rules, and to keep the door open to other potential suitors that may pop up in the coming days.
Remember, the combine is a week from Monday. There, NFL suits and agents will do a whole lot of tire-kicking to set the table for the free agency dinner bell which follows only a few days later.
Deshaun Watson is facing 22 civil lawsuits and 10 criminal complaints, though no charges have been filed and he has denied all the accusations. What has been the holdup in the case?
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— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) February 17, 2022
February 17th, 2022 at 6:02 pm
We don’t need another thug. JW comes to mind.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:07 pm
Of course him and agent have talked about certain teams
And of course he wants to go to a team that is playoff caliber to resurrect career
He doesnt want to get busted for illegal tampering w free agency not beginning for a few weeks
February 17th, 2022 at 6:11 pm
Newest story is Miami owner Ross may have step away and sell to Dolphins vice chairman and partner Bruce Beal who is also president and partner of Ross’ real estate conglomerate, Related Companies. He already had a right to first offer deal in which he would like Tom Brady to come into as minority owner. Tom is building a 30m dollar mansion in Miami. Maybe he’s the first player owner for Miami?
February 17th, 2022 at 6:12 pm
BEST news I’ve heard all week…
Hope it stays that way!
February 17th, 2022 at 6:13 pm
Exactly Bird. Also, strictly from a negotiating standpoint, it would be better for Watson and agent to not make it appear they are leaning toward a certain team. There’s nothing to do this.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:14 pm
I get why Watson’s situation is “news” considering the Bucs just “lost” the best QB to ever take an NFL field…..
I find it almost impossible to believe though that Licht will be willing to pony up two or three 1st rd draft picks – AND then have to find $40M every year to pay a QB…
A number of the “options” being thrown around as possible replacements for Brady will be Free Agents in 2023. Carr, Cousins, Garoppolo, Murray, Mayfield, Stafford – none of these QBs are under contract for 2023
February 17th, 2022 at 6:20 pm
Good.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:22 pm
Pretty sure that’s not kosher per NFLPA agreement with NFL. That doesn’t mean there may not be a wink-wink agreement with Brady after he retires he can guy a piece of the team.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:42 pm
Once a sex addict always a sex addict. Risky to think something won’t happen again
February 17th, 2022 at 6:49 pm
Trubisky on a one year prove it deal.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:57 pm
Just say no.
February 17th, 2022 at 6:59 pm
WOW The Brady Fish,,,will he bring back Flipper? Faster than lighting?
February 17th, 2022 at 7:00 pm
Everybody relax it’s just so they won’t get hit with tampering. He’s your Qb & Darcie glazer signed off on it because if not , Licht & Arians wouldn’t be permitted to speak to that camp. Go Deshaun !
GoBucs!
February 17th, 2022 at 7:04 pm
Scotty in Fat Antonio Says:
February 17th, 2022 at 6:49 pm
Trubisky on a one year prove it deal.
….
That just means to start Trask. He would beat Trubisky out before pre-season
February 17th, 2022 at 7:04 pm
Darci would never let Watson come here.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:04 pm
Brady and Flipper would pack Miami Stadium to the rafters. Bucs have the Cannons and Dolphins Flipper. I would like that.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:05 pm
Oxycodoms Says:
February 17th, 2022 at 6:42 pm
Once a sex addict always a sex addict. Risky to think something won’t happen again
…
This is more true than most would believe.
WAY worse than crack.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:07 pm
Thanks do not need the the headache!
February 17th, 2022 at 7:07 pm
No No No to Watson.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:18 pm
Whatever names you’re hearing publicly aren’t remotely in the running. Its all a public chess game to drive up trade offers….most likely targeting the Panthers in this scenario.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:22 pm
Watson or bust bitches
February 17th, 2022 at 7:33 pm
This is deep into yawn territory. Wake me up when there’s an actual move for a QB. Until then, I’m not worrying about it.
February 17th, 2022 at 7:49 pm
We’re gonna send Gabbert & picks to KC for Mahomes.🤣
February 17th, 2022 at 7:50 pm
we cant go back to 7/9
February 17th, 2022 at 7:51 pm
Joe, this would make a good article or poll. Assuming Brady is retired and the buccaneers need to trade for and or sign for an available experienced QB whom do the fans on this site really like?
Presuming most experienced FA will require 25-35m/cap hits and new contracts with some QBs needing even higher 40m cap hits and many 1st for a Watson, Wilson and AR?
Lower priced FA no trade required
Winston, Teddy Bridgewater, Wentz, Gabbert, Taylor, Newton, Mariota
2nd rounder or late first
Jimmy 20-30m/y
Tannehill
1 first rounder minimum maybe more for trade and costs at 20-35m/y cap hit
Carr, Cousins, Mayfield,
Multiple first rounders 35-40m/y
Watson Wilson AR
This is assuming the players and teams would agree to the trades, likely because they have a replacement QB they themselves are signing or trading for or most of the teams would never trade their QBs.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:06 pm
Tony I like your style. But be careful, there are puritanicals here that take football blogging very seriously and may not have any fun reading your posts.
Personally, I love the idea of shipping the Goob off for a can of sardines and a coat hanger. Mahomies would be a huge bonus.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:09 pm
If y’all got Watson, you’d change tude pretty fast, speed of light fast. Joe couldn’t get an article up, in support of the New bucs QB fast enough. Yall have experienced the biggest migraine in football, a guy named Antonio Brown. If Arians serves any purpose, it should be the ability to coach the Watson situation. After all, BA is fast and furious friends with reputed pervert big ben. BA should’ve learned something out on the links with his great friend.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:11 pm
Yep. I think we could probably bring Josh Freeman back & he would do better then Blaine Gabbert right now.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:18 pm
If Tampa got AR or Watson and had to mortgaged even 3 seasons of picks, and 45m/y cap space. Within minutes everyone would be excited and pumped for the season.
But I understand the Watson problem, BA will have to do the AB solution hire only fans and adult stars for away games, so he keeps his hands off the physio/massage therapy staff
When running the cost and numbers for a quality QB in hindsight it’s insane Brady didn’t attract huge interests in 2020.
If he got released today restructuring his cap hit for Tampa, 15 teams would be interested and he would probably play for 20m/y plus 10m/y for Gronk.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:28 pm
Who cares. He’s evidently a massive piece of sh!t playing ghetto games. Don’t need another Jameis Winston.
February 17th, 2022 at 8:30 pm
Give Trask a shot!!!
February 17th, 2022 at 9:04 pm
The Bucs decision for QB should be an easy one……anyone but Trask Gabbert or Watson. Simple as that.
February 17th, 2022 at 9:18 pm
NEPatsFan, from your list (there are more that you didn’t include), I’d take Tannehill over the rest. That’s not saying much.
February 17th, 2022 at 9:28 pm
Pickgrin, you bring up a good point. At this time next year, many of the same bad QBs will be FAs again, and it will be an even worse QB draft than 2022. Given the dearth of options that make any sense (besides going youth and a low-expectation long term window of 3-4 yrs), why sweat this offseason at all? There is nothing much to go all-in for.
How about going 100% entertainment with no serious notions about a SB? Go Ryan Fitzmagic McGregor on a one yr rental. Your “great” veterans can stay or go, but the ones who stay can remain undisciplined and have fun. BA can keep eatin’ and drinkin’ and leave after the next season, taking TB and BL with him.
THEN they can get serious again.
February 17th, 2022 at 10:09 pm
The Browns would take a Bromosa for Mayfield. No thanks
February 17th, 2022 at 11:31 pm
All the options suck. Especially Kyle’s Trashkan. I didn’t know there were so many Quaker Gators. The Gators I know want the names and phone numbers of DWat’s massage therapists.
February 17th, 2022 at 11:38 pm
Good. Ya freaking morons that want him.
Turn in your Bucs card.
February 17th, 2022 at 11:45 pm
Let’s get Tebow! He’s a Christian and won a Heisman and was a better QB than Kyle, who really should start because of all the great film he’s put down in college, and that’s always a predictor of success in the NFL but Tebow is better and he doesn’t get massages and he’s never going to belittle a dominant woman who treats her man poorly!
Yay Tebow! Next Bucs quarterback!
YAY!!!!!
February 18th, 2022 at 12:20 am
Def tampering talk. The big factor with deshaun is no charges have been filed. Pretty hard to prove anything when no cameras are allowed inside those places. Highly doubt he harassed 22 massage therapists. Every other week you see cops at those places shutting them down for prostitution type activities, then another pops up down the road. They just want money and he probably doesn’t want to pay them. I can see what he would want out of the houston area if he had that going on, go get a fresh start in a new city.
February 18th, 2022 at 8:07 am
There are some things in life more important than football. A huge NO to Watson!!
February 18th, 2022 at 11:28 am
A huge NO to anyone who has ever sinned! Only born again players for the Bucs! Players who have never touched a woman, or themselves.
Tebow and Jesus for the Bucs.