Deshaun Watson is a sensational quarterback. No sensible football fan can deny that with a straight face. On the field, Watson can do everything that former Seahawks starter Russell Wilson can and more. He shares Wilson’s instincts to extend plays and has an accurate deep ball to justify it. He has the mobility to escape top-notch pass rushers and excels at making tough throws on the run. His creativity and clutch factor make him a top-five QB talent in this league.
Watson’s game also has fewer flaws than Wilson’s, most important of all he’s not afraid to stand tall in the pocket for three seconds and throw a rocket past his center’s ear into MOFO coverage with pressure coming down on him.
Watson is also seven years younger than Wilson, making him the best possible upgrade the Seahawks might be able to get at the sport’s most-important position. All that being said, there are many good reasons why pursuing a trade for Watson is a bad idea. Here are the four ones that matter most.
