Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson has officially asked for a trade from the team.
According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Watson made the request weeks ago, although it was not reported at the time.
Deshaun Watson officially has requested a trade from the Houston Texans, per league sources. He actually did it weeks ago. Their new head-coaching hire, David Culley, has not and will not alter Watson’s thinking.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 28, 2021
The three-time Pro Bowler has been publicly put out with the organization following a 4-12 season and the Texans front office failing to consult him on the hiring of new general manager Nick Caserio.
The 25-year-old Watson is coming off a career year in which he led the NFL in passing yards with 4,823 yards while throwing for 33 touchdowns.