Deshaun Watson seems to be getting in the best shape of his life, as he prepares for the upcoming season with the Browns. Jilly Anais recently shared a clip of herself working out alongside Watson in the gym, as they both sweat it out on their treadmills.
Watson’s role with Cleveland in this new season is still unclear and nothing official has come from the franchise yet. But, fans are eagerly waiting to see what the veteran can actually bring to the table for the Browns, especially in regards to a trophy. At the same time, Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel’s presence in the locker room also poses a question on what the team actually expects to do with Watson.
“Workouts with hubby are way more fun,”Jilly Anais wrote inher Instagram Story post.
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Meanwhile, Deshaun Watson is undoubtedly making the most of his offseason before his schedule gets a lot busier. The signal-caller has been enjoying his downtime with his new bride, with the couple even taking a recent trip to Munich. Watson is clearly the romantic type and even surprised Anais with a room full of heart-shaped balloons and a three-course meal for Valentine’s Day recently.
Deshaun Watson Might Be Next Sam Darnold In NFL
Deshaun Watson has unfortunately not received the right opportunities to shine with the Browns ever since he signed with the team. Watson will be entering the final year of his deal with the franchise and it is more like a now-or-never type of situation that the signal-caller is coming into. However, many fans have great hopes for the talented player, who has been benched as a result of injuries for the last year.
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Nov 23, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson watches on the sidelines against the Las Vegas Raiders in the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Still, many are scratching their heads over how Watson will actually perform with the Browns, with Jay Crawford even going on to predict that the signal-caller might become the next Sam Darnold in the league. Darnold proved to be a man of comebacks with the Seahawks taking the trophy home this season, and Watson may be expected to do just the same with the Browns.
“If Sam Darnold can resurrect his career, I’m not saying it’s a huge stretch to think that Deshaun Watson can resurrect his career,”Jay Crawford said.
Could Deshaun Watson have a Sam Darnold like comeback in 2026?
It’s unlikely, but @JaycrawfordCLE isn’t totally writing it off… pic.twitter.com/hCW6b378Et
— Ultimate Cleveland Sports Show (@ultCLEsports) February 16, 2026
Deshaun Watson undoubtedly holds plenty of skillsets and his presence in the team will not just mean a more aggressive offense, but will also prove valuable for Shedeur Sanders. Sanders did show promise in his rookie year, but clearly needs plenty of molding which Watson can positively do.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson throws as Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons closes in during the first half, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Cleveland.
Browns QB Deshaun Watson throws as Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons closes in during the first half, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Cleveland.