Browns ‘bracing’ for lengthy Deshaun Watson suspension
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has settled 20 of 24 lawsuits filed against him for sexual assault and sexual misconduct.
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Watson reports to Browns' camp ahead of ruling
Deshaun Watson reported to training camp Friday along with Cleveland's other quarterbacks and the team's rookies.
Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson reports to training camp ahead of ruling
BEREA, Ohio -- Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson reported to training camp Friday as he and his new team continue to wait to see whether he'll face a suspension this season.
Watson, along with Cleveland's other quarterbacks and the team's rookies, arrived at the Browns' training facility in preparation for training camp. The rest of the team will join them early next week before camp begins Wednesday.
NFL disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson, a retired federal judge, is still weighing whether Watson violated the league's personal conduct policy. Watson has been accused in civil lawsuits by 25 women of inappropriate sexual misconduct during massage sessions. One of the 25 lawsuits was dropped after the judge ruled the petition had to be amended to include the plaintiff's name.
Watson and 20 of the other plaintiffs agreed to settle their lawsuits in June. Four lawsuits remain active and are on track to go to trial next year.
Robinson heard arguments from the NFL, the NFLPA and Watson's attorney during a three-day hearing in her home state of Delaware in late June. Two grand juries in Texas declined to pursue criminal charges against Watson earlier this year and Watson has maintained his innocence, but the NFL argued that he should face an indefinite suspension of at least a full season.
Despite the allegations against him, the Browns traded for Watson in March, sending three first-round draft picks to the Houston Texans after a Harris County grand jury in Houston declined to indict him. Cleveland then gave Watson a five-year fully guaranteed contract worth $230 million, which at the time was the richest deal in NFL history for any player.
Whatever happens with Watson, the Browns will enter training camp with four quarterbacks, including Jacoby Brissett, who is expected to start in the event Watson is suspended.
On Friday, the Browns also signed Josh Rosen, the No. 10 pick of the Arizona Cardinals in the 2018 draft. Quarterback Joshua Dobbs, whom the team signed earlier this offseason, is also on Cleveland's roster.
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Robinson will be recommending discipline for Watson as he faces accusations of sexual assault and misconduct from more than 20 different women.
Deshaun Watson gets muted reaction at Browns' open practice
Deshaun Watson sprinted onto the field to a light round of cheers Saturday at the Cleveland Browns’ first open practice of training camp.
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Saturday was the first opportunity for Browns fans to see their new $230 million quarterback.
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6 games. Max.
Reduced to 2
They're not going to appeal, so there will be no reduction. I think he gets at least 8 games.
After Reading That Statement They Just Released I Don't Think He Gettin Any Suspension
I would be shocked. And honestly, that would be the worst thing for him. He would get the Cosby treatment at every game by the national media and women's groups. That shit would NOT go away. Better he take a few games and put it behind him.
8 games. They have to make it seem harsh and not over punishing at the same time.
But Thats the Thing....He Sat All Last Season....I Dont See Him or the NFLPA Taking Anymore After That
Fuck the NFL
He still has 4 civil suits ongoing. Him sitting last season wasn't league punishment. He refused to play for the Texans. he would have sat all last season regardless.
Exactly..... They Gonna Stand Behind the Ruling and Call on the NFL to Do the Same..... They Already Know It's Gonna be Light as Hell or Not at All
But that's crazy
You realize then these whole systems are rigged.
How the hell they BOTH already know the ruling!
Ain't that scary?
Cause now think of civil court???
Federal???
Supreme???
So now wicked sidebar...
Things like this make you think did they media KNOW something when INTIALLY they warmed the public that roe v Wade would be over turned...
Then just as quickly said we'll nah relax that will never happen?
Let me chill.
NFLPA Calls for NFL to Stand by Deshaun Watson Ruling Ahead of Decision - Sports Illustrated
Amid reports that a disciplinary decision could come Monday, the players association and Watson released a joint statement.
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NFLPA Calls for NFL to Stand by Deshaun Watson Ruling Ahead of Decision - Sports Illustrated
Amid reports that a disciplinary decision could come Monday, the players association and Watson released a joint statement.
I think they believe he'll get 6-8 games and want to avoid the NFL trying to get a full year.
Hell Zeke got 6 games from on accusation from one woman with no charges filed. No way in hell they set the precedent that dudes can go around nutting on chicks with zero punishment lol.
Well you know rich people never hold themselves accountable.
Never EVER
Fixed
True, but he hasn't been found guilty of doing that as far as know. Not saying it didn't happen, but at this point it's all accusations. It's all about the optics and not wanting these woman rights groups on their ass. Keep in mind TWO GRAND JURYS decline to indict Watson. That's who they should be pissed at. Watson has a right to make a living if he hasn't been found guilty of anything. And lets be honest...it doesn't matter if he is suspended 8 games or a full season. Those activist don't want him on a field making millions ever again. He probably should be suspended for being stupid though and putting himself in that situation. Much better ways to hook up with chicks without having to pretend you want a "massage".
Right...When did anyone ever get a suspension with 1 pending civil lawsuit?
Was Just Coming to Post This.... I'm Actually Surprised It's That Many
Wtf were they waiting on?
And what's up with the last one still holding out?
Does this INCLUDE the 2 who were on HBO Real Sports?