Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Browns' Quarterback Trade: Mayfield's Rise, Watson's Fall
Imagine a football team, the Browns, decided to trade their quarterback, Baker Mayfield, for another player.
The new player got a huge contract.
However, he hasn't played as well, and got hurt.
Meanwhile, Mayfield is playing great on a new team and is getting a big contract.
It looks like the Browns made a mistake, and now they have to find another quarterback, while Mayfield is doing really well.
Baker Mayfield was traded from the Browns in July 2022.
Deshaun Watson received a $230 million contract from the Browns.
Watson has struggled with injuries, including an Achilles tendon tear.
Mayfield joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in March 2023.
Mayfield is expected to sign a lucrative contract after success in Tampa.
- Who
- Baker Mayfield, Deshaun Watson, Cleveland Browns, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- What
- The Cleveland Browns' trade of Baker Mayfield and its impact on both teams' quarterback situations.
- When
- July 2022 (Mayfield traded), March 2023 (Mayfield joins Buccaneers), November 2023 (Watson injured), January 2024 (Berry comments).
- Where
- Cleveland Browns and Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Why
- The Browns traded Mayfield for Deshaun Watson, seeking a 'more dynamic' quarterback.
Mayfield's Success
Browns' Perspective
Quarterback Strategy
Mayfield's Success
Browns traded Mayfield for Watson seeking a more dynamic quarterback, prioritizing future potential.
Browns' Perspective
Current struggles due to Watson's injuries and inconsistent performance, highlighting the Browns' misstep.
- Mayfield Traded
- July 2022
- Watson's Contract
- $230 million
- Mayfield Joins Buccaneers
- March 2023
- Watson's Injury
- Achilles tendon tear
- Berry's Statement
- January 2024
- Mayfield's Future Contract
- About to sign
- Mayfield's Strength
- Versatility and Passion