Deshaun Watson Reportedly Not Returning Texans' Phone Calls Amid Trade Rumors

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is reportedly not returning the organization's phone calls amid his displeasure with the franchise's direction, according to ESPN's Sarah Barshop.

ESPN's Adam Schefter added Monday on Get Up that there is increasing belief within league circles that the Texans will be forced to trade Watson, who became disenchanted with the organization over the hiring of Nick Caserio as general manager.

Watson hinted that his anger level was a "10" while quoting a song featuring Future, seemingly confirming a previous report from Schefter. The relationship between the Texans and their star quarterback has been the subject of speculation for nearly a year, ever since he expressed frustration with the team trading wideout DeAndre Hopkins.

"It's no secret he's disappointed in the [lack of] communication during the hiring process," owner Cal McNair said, per Houston Chronicle's John McClain. 

Watson has a no-trade clause in his contract, which would essentially allow him to pick his next destination. The Texans reportedly have not to this point resigned themselves to trading Watson and are seemingly hoping their head coaching hire can help mend fences.

Despite being surrounded by a below-average supporting cast, Watson put together an MVP-caliber 2020, throwing for 4,823 yards and 33 touchdowns against seven interceptions.