Deshaun Watson’s short-term future with the Cleveland Browns could possibly be coming into focus.
Cleveland’s quarterback may have a listening to subsequent week with NFL disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson, three folks acquainted with the scheduled assembly advised The Related Press on Saturday.
Watson, who's dealing with a possible suspension from the league stemming from accusations of sexual misconduct by two dozen therapeutic massage therapists in Texas, will meet with Robinson on Tuesday, mentioned the one who spoke on situation of anonymity as a result of particulars of the listening to haven't been disclosed publicly.
It’s not but identified how lengthy Watson is scheduled to fulfill with Robinson.
The listening to is a major improvement in Watson’s case as Robinson will determine if the 26-year-old violated the league’s private conduct coverage. The league is predicted to advocate vital self-discipline for Watson, who will likely be defended by the NFL Gamers Affiliation within the high-profile case.
ESPN was first to report Watson’s assembly with Robinson, who was collectively appointed by the league and NFL Gamers Affiliation in 2020. That is the primary case the previous federal decide has heard below the league’s revised disciplinary process. Beforehand, Commissioner Roger Goodell dealt with these issues.
Earlier this week, Watson reached undisclosed monetary settlements in civil lawsuits filed by 20 of his 24 accusers. The ladies claimed he had harassed, assaulted or touched them throughout classes when he performed for Houston.
The 4 remaining instances may nonetheless go to trial, however that wouldn’t occur till 2023.
Watson has denied any wrongdoing and mentioned intercourse with three of the ladies was consensual.
The league has mentioned Watson’s settlements is not going to have an effect on its investigation. If Robinson finds Watson violated the league’s private conduct coverage, he’ll probably be suspended for a number of video games if not longer.
Robinson is predicted to rule earlier than the Browns open coaching camp later subsequent month.
Cleveland signed Watson to a five-year, $230 million contract in March after convincing the three-time Professional Bowler to waive his no-trade clause and be part of a group trying to bounce again after a disappointing 8-9 season.
Reporting by Related Press.
