Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson agreed to a $160 million contract extension that puts him under contract with the AFC South club through the 2025 season.
The two-time Pro Bowler took to Twitter on Saturday to express his affinity for the city of Houston, his appreciation for the McNair family’s belief, his love for his family and their loyalty, and thanked Texans fans.
More Glory! 🙏🏾 HOUSTON!!!!!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/u2D2o1ttIQ
— Deshaun Watson (@deshaunwatson) September 5, 2020
“As a child growing up in Georgia, it was always my dream to play in the NFL,” Watson wrote. “Today, I couldn’t be more honored and humbled to sign a long-term deal in Houston, the city that I’ve grown to love so much and now call my home.
“Thanks to Cal, Janice, and the entire McNair family, Coach O’Brien, Jack Easterby and the whole Texans’ organization for helping to make my dream a reality. Special thank you to all my teammates, past and present, for believing in me and helping me grow as both a player and person.
“I’m so grateful to my mom, who is and has always been my rock and showed me anything is possible. She instilled in me at an early age that no matter the circumstances and obstacles you must endure and keep going. Thank you to my brothers and my sister who have seen the worst times and the best times with me and never lost hope. My entire family, coaches, friends and mentors who have supported me along the way. I wouldn’t be here without you.
“Last, but certainly not least, thank you to the best fans in the NFL. I promise to do everything I can to not only bring a championship tot his great city but also leave a legacy of helping positively impact this community.
“Now back to the work….
The Texans get back to football on Sept. 10 in the Week 1 season kickoff at the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium.
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