Deshaun Watson

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

Records

Watson's college career at Clemson was nothing short of legendary. He threw for over 10,000 yards and accounted for 90 touchdowns, leading the Tigers to their first national title in 35 years. His 2016 season, with 4,593 passing yards and 41 touchdowns, remains one of the best in ACC history. In the NFL, he quickly established himself as a top-tier passer, leading the league in yards in 2020 and ranking among the best in passer rating. His three consecutive Pro Bowl selections from 2018 to 2020 highlight his peak performance before off-field issues derailed his trajectory.

AwardsWatson won the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship with Clemson and received the Davey O'Brien Award as the nation's top quarterback that year. He was a three-time Pro Bowl selection (2018-2020) and led the NFL in passing yards in 2020. He also earned second-team All-American honors in 2015.

Honours & Distinctions

ACC Player of the Year

ACC·2016

Recognized as the top player in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Second-Team All-American

Associated Press·2015

Honored for his outstanding play at Clemson.

Rankings & Lists

#6th all-time

NFL career passer rating

NFL·2026

#11th all-time

NFL career completion percentage

NFL·2026

Records & Feats

First NFL player with a fully guaranteed contract over $200 million

Contract Milestone·2022

His 2022 $230 million deal with the Browns was the first of its kind.

Led NFL in passing yards in 2020

Statistical Record·2020

Threw for 4,823 yards, the most in the league that season.