What happened: The series rose from 68.1 in 2017 to 80.9 in 2018 and 82.7 in 2019. PFF lists no grade for 2021 or 2025.
Why it matters: The downturn separates Deshaun Watson's early-career peak from his post-trade form. His 2026 performance will test whether that decline continues.
By the numbers: Watson averaged 81.0 across four pre-trade graded seasons and 61.7 across three post-trade seasons, a 19.3-point gap. His grade fell 37.7 points from 92.4 in 2020 to 54.7 in 2022.
What to watch: The 2026 full-season grade will show whether Watson clears 70 for the first time since 2020.