The Magpies led Watford thanks to a superb goal from Allan Saint-Maximin shortly after half-time, however the Hornets fired back shortly before the full-time whistle.
Joao Pedro gifted the visitors a point and Eddie Howe was left to continue his search for only their second win of the campaign.
The draw leaves Newcastle in 19th place – only one point above Burnley, who have three games in hand.
The Tyneside club face a trip to Leeds United next weekend.
Here are the best of today’s rumours...
5. Chelsea request meeting with Eder Militao amid transfer interest
Chelsea are interested in signing Real Madrid defender Eder Militao and have requested a meeting with the 24-year old Brazillian to discuss a move (Marca) Photo: Shaun Botterill
6. Burnley reportedly interested in Kadewere
Burnley are reportedly interested in £12 million rated Lyon star Tino Kadewere with the Zimbabwe international having previously been linked to Southampton and Celtic (New Zimbabwe) Photo: PIUS UTOMI EKPEI
7. Bayern in talks with Newcastle and Liverpool target
Bayern Munich are in talks to sign £12 million Newcastle United and Liverpool target Gleison Bremer who currently plays for Serie A side Torino (Sport1) Photo: Valerio Pennicino
8. Will Marcelo Bielsa leave Leeds in summer?
Marcelo Bielsa set to walk away from Leeds this summer after four years as manager after admitting that it’s impossible to compete in the Premier League without total commitment (Mirror) Photo: Marc Atkins