Kareem Jackson: Watson told me he's 'interested' in landing with Broncos

It appears the Denver Broncos can be added to Deshaun Watson's list of preferred trade destinations.

Broncos cornerback Kareem Jackson said to TMZ Sports on Thursday that Watson, a former teammate, told him that he's open to joining the AFC West club.

"I had a couple of conversations with him," Jackson said. "Just with him saying that Denver is a place that's he's interested in landing."

Jackson stressed that he doesn't know if the Broncos would want to pay what will likely be a king's ransom for the Houston Texans quarterback.

While the cornerback praised current Broncos starter Drew Lock, he added that Watson is a "special talent."

"I mean, if Deshaun Watson goes anywhere, they are automatically contenders," Jackson said.

Watson has reportedly put in a formal trade request after his relationship with Texans ownership deteriorated due to the quarterback being left out of the team's recent general manager search.

Watson was apparently also irked by Houston initially opting not to interview Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy for its head coaching vacancy. The Texans ultimately hired Baltimore Ravens assistant David Culley.

Despite rumors of widespread interest in Watson, Houston has been adamant that the 25-year-old won't be moved.

"We have zero interest in trading the player," general manager Nick Caserio said last week. "We have a great plan and vision for him. We look forward to spending more time with him."

The Miami Dolphins and New York Jets have been suggested as Watson's top landing spots. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders are reportedly open to acquiring the Texans star if they can get adequate trade compensation for Derek Carr.

Watson's recent four-year, $156-million extension contains a no-trade clause.

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