The relationship between the Houston Texans and their star quarterback Deshaun Watson appears to have deteriorated. The quarterback may have reached a breaking point and could consider a trade request if things don’t improve.

Of course, that started a wave of speculation and business storylines on social media, mostly from fans who believe their teams should be on the phone immediately trying to strike some sort of deal with the Texans. This includes fans of the San Francisco 49ers, who, according to a recent survey, might be willing to sacrifice the future for the chance to add a dynamic player like Watson.

ESPN’s Adam Schefter said Watson’s level of anger following a trade that sent wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to the Arizona Cardinals last offseason was at two. The quarterback’s discontent is at an all time high right now.

ESPN’s Chris Mortensen adds that Watson may consider a trade with the Miami Dolphins, with Tua Tagovailoa and additional compensation for the Texans.

Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports has reportedly had some conversations with NFL executives who believe a deal between the Texans and the 49ers could come about if the situation with Watson “goes nuclear.” This would involve quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and “several high picks” in Houston in exchange for Watson (m / t at Patrick tulini for discovery).

Canfora note that a trade with the 49ers would see Watson leave the AFC and reunite Garoppolo with new Texans general manager Nick Caserio, who was the director of player personnel in New England when Garoppolo was drafted. .

Of course, Garoppolo has a no-trade clause in his contract and should agree to any trade. The salary cap for parting ways with Garoppolo is minimal compared to the quarterback’s average salary.