'Houston appreciates him': Mayor Turner sends praises to Deshaun Watson amid trade rumors
HOUSTON - Deshaun Watson's future in Houston is in question, but Mayor Sylvester Turner wants him to know how cherished he is before he makes a decision.
On Tuesday, Jan. 26, Turner expressed why he thinks Watson should stick around with the franchise.
"Houston appreciates him, we value him, and we love him," Turner said in an interview with FOX 26's Nate Griffin.
HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 04: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Houston Texans celebrates a touchdown pass against the Buffalo Bills during the fourth quarter of the AFC Wild Card Playoff game at NRG Stadium on January 04, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Chr
A few days ago, Mayor Turner sent out a string of tweets directed to the star quarterback.
"We know he's a winner, his life story is one of overcoming and winning. And it aligns perfectly with the city of Houston," Turner went on to say.
Watson's story is one of triumph and determination.
He helped to shift the culture at Clemson, leading the team to a National Championship before leaving with a Degree in Communications.
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Beyond his athletic prowess, Turner spoke confidently that people like Watson make the city great.
"We appreciate them (players) for the things they have done off the field, those things are highly valued and appreciated. - And we need people like Deshaun Watson in our city," Turner said.
Right now the quarterback is eyeing the Miami Dolphins and the New York Jets as potential spots, but no moves have been declared just yet.
Last week, Texans' fans gathered at NRG Stadium to show their support for the quarterback.
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"Although I am humbled, I ask whoever is organizing the march cancel for the sake of public safety," Watson tweeted.
"The fans want him to stay, the mayor wants him to stay, and I hope that he will," Turner said.