All last season, the Miami Dolphins were linked to Watson as the top trade destination.
Flores was fired after three seasons despite posting back-to-back winning seasons and a 24-25 overall record.
If that’s not enough, one of the biggest things Dolphins GM Chris Grier is looking for in the next coach is a candidate that thinks they can elevate Tagovailoa’s play.
Miami is likely out of the picture, which leaves four teams as the favorites to land Watson via trade.
Caserio and Houston would’ve likely received three future first-round picks, two mid-round picks, and an early Day 3 selection for the disgruntled quarterback.
Ross ultimately backed out because he insisted that Watson reach all his settlements on his civil suits before becoming a member of the team.
Philadelphia made the postseason with second-year option Jalen Hurts and might be a playmaker or two away from being a viable NFC threat.
They’re also adding a player who is off their rookie deal and now making the big bucks.
Watson’s average salary is a respectable $35 million a year, but it’s only reasonable should he play full-time.
And yes, there’s going to be a team that’s eventually willing to spend that type of money for a difference-making quarterback.