Deshaun Watson's 2025 Season in Jeopardy After Suffering Another Achilles Injury

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's 2025 season is in doubt after he re-ruptured his Achilles tendon, requiring surgery.

Browns QB Deshaun Watson ruptured his Achilles again, could miss all of 2025. (via @rapsheet) pic.twitter.com/Ul9sDoPNyw

— NFL (@NFL) January 10, 2025

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson's 2025 season is in jeopardy after tests revealed that he has ruptured his Achilles tendon again. The 29-year-old initially tore his right Achilles tendon in late October, and further testing showed that he suffered the same injury again, requiring surgery on Thursday.

The Cleveland Browns confirmed the severity of Watson's injury in a statement. “Earlier this week, when Watson reported to the CrossCountry Mortgage Campus for his exit physical as part of the Browns' season-ending process, he complained of discomfort after rolling his ankle in Miami. MRI results demonstrated a re-rupture to his Achilles tendon,” the statement read.

The Browns also provided an update on Watson's treatment and prognosis. “Dr. Bob Anderson, a foot and ankle specialist in Charlotte, NC, performed both surgeries. Watson's recovery time and return to play status is uncertain, and he will likely miss significant time during the 2025 season,” the team stated.