NFL playoff risers: Barnwell on six surprising teams, and what’s next

Deshaun Watson is in the interesting situation of being able to choose his own destination should the Houston Texans look to trade the star quarterback. That's because he has a no-trade clause in his contract and would have to approve any move. Now, the disgruntled quarterback just has to convince the Texans to let him go. You know the story. He feels disrespected by the organization, which approached him for input on general manager and head coaching hires and then ignored the feedback. Whether the rift between player and team is irreparable has yet to be seen. That could result in a trade. ESPN's Bill Barnwell recently discussed the deteriorating situation in

Despite having a significant number of players set to hit free agency, most realize that the San Francisco 49ers have a strong nucleus in place. That includes a talented coaching staff. The 2020 season was seen as an abnormality and not necessarily the signs of a lasting downfall. Head coach Kyle Shanahan is still considered one of the best young football minds in the league. His squad simply could not overcome the rash of injuries that plagued its depth chart. One Around the NFL writer, Marc Sessler, expects a healthier 49ers roster to rebound in 2021. He listed the team among his four top candidates poised for a turnaround following

Deshaun Watson is not a happy quarterback. That is no secret and, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, teams are reaching out to the Houston Texans to find out if the star player might become available. While Rapoport doesn't specifically mention the San Francisco 49ers, oddsmakers have given the Bay Area squad the third-best chance to have Watson on its roster at the start of the 2021 season. Of course, the Texans remain the favorite to have Watson for Week 1. Watson is not happy after the Texans asked for his involvement in the team's search for a new general manager and head coach. Then, members of the team's brass ignored the quarterback's suggestions and are