Dawgs By Nature on Deshaun Watson

Watson's efficiency metrics lag despite securing starter role for season.

Despite securing the starting role for the rest of the season barring injury, Watson's underlying efficiency metrics are concerning: fourth in interception/sack rate per dropback at 11.8%, third worst in explosive pass rate at 9.1%, and second worst in completion percentage over expectation. The source notes Watson faces the fourth-highest pressure rate among all quarterbacks at 40%, though Watson is an equal contributor to pressure issues by holding onto the ball too long and operating poorly under pressure.

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