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Deshaun Watson is now the highest-paid player in the NFL

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - OCTOBER 13: Quarterback Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans warms up prior to the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on October 13, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Deshaun Watson agrees to massive contract extension with the Houston Texans

Former Clemson football QB Deshaun Watson agreed to terms on what is now the most lucrative year-by-year long-term deal in the history of the NFL.

If there were any doubts about Deshaun Watson staying in Houston long-term, those were put to bed Saturday morning when ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that the former Tiger had agreed to a four-year deal worth $177 million.