We already knew that the Cleveland Browns’ decision to trade for Pro Bowler Deshaun Watson didn’t sit well with their soon-to-be-ex starting quarterback Baker Mayfield. Now, while making an appearance on the Ya Never Know podcast, Mayfield detailed how he feels about the whole situation.
Mayfield admitted that the Browns pursuing his replacement while he’s still on their roster made him feel “disrespected.”
“I feel disrespected 100%,” Mayfield shared. “Because I was told one thing, and they completely did the other.”
Mayfield previously insisted that the Watson deal caught him off guard because the franchise assured him he’s still their No. 1 choice. On the other hand, Cleveland’s general manager Andrew Berry told reporters that the organization told Mayfield they could pursue a veteran QB if one becomes available.
During the interview, Mayfield also briefly discussed his future. He said he still has no clue where he’ll play next season but admitted that the Seattle Seahawks are the most probable option.
The Cleveland Browns took Baker Mayfield with their first overall pick in 2018. Mayfield’s arrival coincided with the team’s return to relevance after they have been the laughingstock of the lead for the better part of the past two decades. After uneven first two seasons in the league, the Oklahoma product led the franchise to an 11-5 record and playoff appearance in 2019.
However, Mayfield was not as successful last season. He struggled with a shoulder injury, passing for career-low 3,010 yards and 17 touchdowns. The Browns finished 6-8 with him as a starter, causing the front office to reconsider their commitment to him and eventually get involved in the Watson sweepstakes.
