Update 04/12/2021 12:23pm:

The legal issues surrounding Deshaun Watson have heightened in the past few weeks, with numerous women—almost two dozen, accusing the NFL player of sexual assault, among other things. Watson's issues coincidentally came into the public eye when Watson noted to the Texans that he didn’t want to play for the team anymore, despite having a lengthy contract. Despite his ongoing legal battles, the Carolina Panthers made it clear they are still interested in Watson.

According to NBC, the Panthers are looking to get Watson on their roster, but only if the price for Watson’s presence isn’t too hefty. The news arrives shortly after the Panthers moved to get Sam Darnold on their roster through a trade. Stay tuned for more updates. 

source: NBC Sports

Original 02/07/2021 5:22pm:

According to reports, the Houston Texans have allegedly been denying trade inquiries related to quarterback Deshaun Watson. News of this comes after Watson recently asked for the Texans to trade. However, ESPN noted that despite inquiries, the Texans are not looking to trade Watson.

ESPN said, "Other teams around the NFL have gotten that message and now they are waiting to see whether the Texans' stance will change, but sources within and around the organization told ESPN that their position will not change." Watson is currently under a $156 million contract extension that lasts until 2025. Stay tuned for more updates. Along with that, Watson has a no-trade clause in his contract. 

source: ESPN

Original 01/28/2021 8:54pm:

Deshaun Watson has sent the NFL into a frenzy after formally requesting a trade from the Houston Texans on Thursday. The news broke earlier in the day, and sources say the Texans have already received inquiries about Watson from nearly half of the league. 

Watson, who was selected No. 12 overall by the Texans in 2017, has grown increasingly tired of the Texans' organization, and those frustrations were exacerbated this season. Now that Watson has taken the first step in getting out of Houston, NFL insider Ian Rapoport noted, "From what I understand, more than half the teams have called the Texans on Deshaun Watson." While insider Jonathan Jones reported that the New York Jets, Miami Dolphins, and Carolina Panthers are aggressively pursuing Watson. 

With Watson's imminent departure, the city of Houston has effectively lost two superstar athletes that headlined their professional basketball and football teams. James Harden forced his way out of Houston earlier this month to play alongside Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving. With Watson leaving next, what does this say about the future of pro-sports in Houston?

Source: cbssports.com