Watson says Texans' playbook is 'like learning Spanish'

The Houston Texans invested an awful lot to acquire quarterback Deshaun Watson and the rookie says he's committed to putting in the work needed to ensure the team sees a return on its investment.

The Texans traded their 2018 first-round pick to the Cleveland Browns to move up and draft Watson 12th overall. Earlier in the offseason, the team traded its 2018 second-round pick to the Browns to get rid of Brock Osweiler's contract, a move that in retrospect was made to clear room for Watson's eventual arrival.

Watson was prolific at Clemson, capping his career with a national championship, but as with most rookie passers, his transition to the pros won't be easy.

"It's a whole different terminology. It's like learning Spanish. You turn the page (from college) and learn something brand new," Watson told reporters at Texans rookie minicamp Saturday, according to John McClain of the Houston Chronicle.

Watson, who could potentially leapfrog Tom Savage for the starting job with a strong summer, pledged to do everything he can to learn head coach Bill O'Brien's offense.

"I want to be great, but it's a process. It's not going to happen overnight. It's going to take long nights and early mornings. I'll put in the work I need to be successful on the field."