Dawson Deaton

Dawson Deaton (born May 6, 1999) is an American football center who is a free agent. He played college football at Texas Tech 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.