You would probably have to dial back to the day Deshaun Watson was signed by the Browns when he last had a smile in his face. Since landing that $230M guaranteed contract in 2022, it’s been a 3-year long nightmare for the Browns QB. Every time you hear his name, someone or the other was bashing him. And not even once did it look like Watson could escape these trials and tribulations until today, of course.

Whatever happens with his Browns future, Watson’s future away from the gridiron is secured. Still recovering from his re-injured ACL, with no return date just yet. Deshaun took some time out to propose to his girlfriend, Jilly Anais. The couple shared a joint post on Instagram where Anais was seen flaunting her engagement ring to the camera. That’s not it. She even wrote on their caption, “Mrs. Watson Loading…” means marriage bells are soon going to be ringing for Anais.

It’s actually pretty amazing seeing the couple stick together even after facing so much adversity in their relationship. Watson carrying two dozen of s***** accusations, never-ending backlash must have sucked the life out of the two. But it seems it did the opposite. Instead of going their separate ways, the couple decided to stick together. And now they have taken the next leap in their relationship which was long overdue.

The pair have been dating for almost 5 years since Jilly separated from Pelicans point guard Dejounte Murray. Like most men in love, Watson first approached Jilly by sliding into her DMs after they had met briefly in LA. From there the couple is almost inseparable, showing their strong affection toward each other. See Watson may not be too lucky on the gridiron these days, but at least he can count himself fortunate to find a life partner in Jilly. So, to make her feel more special, Watson even called her, “My Queen 💛🤞🏾💍,” on their engagement announcement.

Even their fans couldn’t control their excitement as hundreds of them flocked to their comment section to congratulate the two on their new chapter.

NFL community goes gaga seeing Deshaun Watson engaged

Amid all the adversity Watson is going through right now, today was his happiest moment. Like the sun finally shone on Watson after a long period of darkness, embroiled clouds. So, obviously, today was not the time for anyone to bash Watson like it was their daily routine. Instead, the NFL community couldn’t be happier seeing the two embark on a new chapter. “Congratulations 🤍🤍🤍God Bless you always 🙏🙏🥹🥹🥹🥹 so so so happy for you guys 🙏🙏,” one of their followers wrote in the comments. Seeing the two have a huge grin on their face, there’s no way anyone can be upset with Watson at least for today.

Well, the reactions didn’t stop there. Another fan couldn’t help but comment on the ring Watson gave her, “Congratulationsss!!!! The ring 😍🔥” That ring Anais had on her ring finger definitely was a diamond. But it’s difficult to judge from where Watson bought her the ring. And while one section of fans were busy congratulating the two, there was this follower who self-invited himself, “See ya at the reception.” Speaking of reception, the couple haven’t yet confirmed the date of their marriage. But it could soon happen considering they are already engaged.

Maybe this is the start of Watson’s redemption arc. Who knows, getting married to Jilly can finally change his fortunes not only in his personal life but also in his professional endeavors. If loyalty had another name it would surely be Jilly Anais—so maybe she could also be the lady luck Watson needs right now—desperately.