5 NFL teams in need of a QB with enough cap space for Deshaun Watson 

Deshaun Watson is one of the most popular names that has been involved in NFL trade rumors for a full year now. Most believe that he's already played his last game for the Houston Texans and will likely be traded at some point. He carries a cap hit of about $40 million for the 2022 NFL season, which will play a major factor in his potential trade destinations. Here are five teams who may be in the market for a quarterback that can afford Deshaun Watson.

Potential destinations for Deshaun Watson who can afford him

#1 - Miami Dolphins - $62 million

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

There have been mixed reports about the Miami Dolphins and their quarterback situation. While they have been the team most involved in Watson's trade rumors, the front office also claims they plan on moving forward with Tua Tagovailoa. They have the most available cap space in the NFL entering the 2022 offseason, so they have many options available to them.

#2 - Denver Broncos - $39 million

Denver Broncos Drew Lock and Teddy Bridgewater

The Denver Broncos have been desperately looking for an answer at the quarterback position. They don't appear to be completely sold on Drew Lock and Teddy Bridgewater, so they could be in the market to make a big move for Watson. The rest of their roster is built and ready to compete, so adding an elite quarterback would instantly make them Super Bowl contenders.

NFL teams seeking a quarterback that can afford Deshaun Watson

#3 - Indianapolis Colts - $37 million

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz

While trades within the division are uncommon, the Texans could potentially accept an offer from the Indianapolis Colts if they make the deal worth it. There have been several reports that the Colts will be looking to move on from Carson Wentz this year after failing to make the payoffs in the 2021 NFL season. Watson would be a huge upgrade.

#4 - Washington Commanders - $30 million

Washington Ryan Fitzpatrick and Taylor Heinicke

Washington signed Ryan Fitzpatrick prior to the 2021 NFL season because they weren't sold on Taylor Heinicke being their starting quarterback. Fitzpatrick missed almost the entire year with an injury and Heinicke played decently well, but may not have done enough to solidify the starting job. Watson could be on their radar if they make a few simple salary cap moves to make room for him.

#5 - Pittsburgh Steelers - $29.5 million

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger

Ben Roethlisberger officially announced his retirement following the 2021 NFL season. This creates a void for the Pittsburgh Steelers at the quarterback position. They made the playoffs last year with Roethlisberger, so an upgrade could potentially make them Super Bowl contenders. Deshaun Watson is a much more attractive option than Mason Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins, their current quarterbacks.