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Ben Watson signed by Browns

Former Patriots tight end joins AFC North franchise Aaron Wilson

Print This March 12, 2010, 08:06 AM EST

Tight end Ben Watson has joined the Cleveland Browns.

The former New England Patriots starter has signed a three-year, $12 million contract, according to ESPN.

The deal includes $6.35 million in guaranteed money.

Watson, 29, started seven games last season, his sixth in New England.

And he produced with five touchdownss off his 29 receptions for 404 yards.

Now, the top remaining available tight end is Alge Crumpler, who has visited the Patriots.

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