How the Deshaun Watson trade is still paying dividends for Houston Texans
DODGED A BULLET?
21 September 2023
After another poor performance from former Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns' season is starting to look like an uphill climb. Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb is out for the year, and Cleveland fans aren't too pleased with the way Watson is playing, especially considering the massive contract extension he signed with the team. And we didn't even get to the off the field drama that comes with Watson.
However, Houston fans are invested in the Browns' season outcome as well, with the Texans holding the Browns' first round pick in 2024, and having sent their own first rounder to the Cardinals in the Will Anderson trade.
So each loss for the Browns, means a better draft pick for the Texans!
For Houston, it looks like they have their QB of the future in CJ Stroud. And he'll be on a less expensive rookie contract for the next several years, giving the Texans more cap space to upgrade the roster.
With all of this in mind, is it fair to question if the Texans dodged a bullet when Watson demanded a trade?
DeMeco Ryans vs. Lovie Smith
Plus, we're only two games into the season, but Lovie Smith's defense was much better (with a similar roster) than what DeMeco Ryans' defense has shown thus far, and DeMeco has the benefit of Will Anderson rushing the QB.
Are the struggles on defense more about the roster GM Nick Caserio has put together, or does this slow start fall on DeMeco?
Don't miss the video above as we break it all down!
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How Astros look to jumpstart squad with these much-needed returns, roster moves
Apr 29, 2024, 7:33 pm
Coming off a much-needed two-game sweep of the Colorado Rockies, the Astros have some tough teams on their schedule as they try to climb back in the race in the AL West.
Houston's pitching appears to be back on track, with Framber Valdez and Justin Verlander looking good since returning from injury. And Cristian Javier and Jose Urquidy should return soon to give the club another boost. Which does raise some questions about who will remain in the rotation when the staff is fully healthy.
Sweet relief
The Astros bullpen finally lived up to expectations on Sunday, so hopefully that's a sign of things to come for the rest of the season.
End of the line?
Jose Abreu continues to struggle at the plate, so the Astros decided to promote Joey Loperfido to the big league club. We could see his debut as soon as Tuesday night when the Astros host the Guardians.
Be sure to watch the video above as we react to the big wins in Mexico City, look ahead to the Astros next two opponents, and much more!
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