Dawson Deaton

Dawson Deaton is an American professional football center. He played college football for the Texas Tech Red Raiders and was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft.

College career

Deaton was ranked as a threestar recruit by 247Sports.com coming out of high school. He committed to Texas Tech on February 13, 2016, over offers from Houston, Iowa State, and Utah.

Professional career

Deaton was selected by the Cleveland Browns with the 246th pick in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft. He was placed on injured reserve on August 16, 2022, one day after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament during practice. Deaton was waived on July 6, 2023, with an injury designation. He was released on May 9, 2024, with a failed physical.