Other DeShaun Watson - Allegations of Improper Behavior

[Sven]

This is why claimants settle before going to court…..

O.J. Simpson currently owes Ron Goldman's estate $96 million

Recent events in the NFL have dusted off conversations about the sharp differences between the criminal justice system and the civil justice system.

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[Sven]

The next step in the lengthy process maybe completed by the end of this week, unless the judge wants extra information

 

[Exe Gesis]

 

[Exe Gesis]

 

[AJ_2000]

Wasn't the NDAs supplied by the team, or their lawyers?

 

[Exe Gesis]

Wasn't the NDAs supplied by the team, or their lawyers?

Im not sure, would be the lawyers tho surely.

 

[J Shuttlesworth]

Wasn't the NDAs supplied by the team, or their lawyers?

He got one from the Head of Texans security.

 

[Exe Gesis]

 

[manureid]

Its like the Greg Hardy case with his ex, that was set for trial then suddenly the victim didnt turn up (coz she was paid off), what a joke the league would become if there wasn't punishment for your actions. You'd only encourage more disturbing behaviour with players knowing they dont have to worry about losing out on any future earnings.

Yeh exactly, rich depraved guys who think they can do whatever they want and just pay people off has never been a recipe for disaster in the past. That is why the NFL need to take action on these guys. The issue with the NFL is they tend to pick and choose who to target for punishment.

 

[Sven]

Yeh exactly, rich depraved guys who think they can do whatever they want and just pay people off has never been a recipe for disaster in the past. That is why the NFL need to take action on these guys. The issue with the NFL is they tend to pick and choose based on whether there's any ownership scandal to deflect from.

EFA

 

[TheGreatBarryB]

Of course the Texans knew about Watson..had to have. They deserve to be sued

 

[rumply]

R Kelly 30 years, Watson should be thankful he's had this intervention before his behaviour escalated in one way or another if it hadn't already.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

Report: NFL “more likely” to accept 6-8 game suspension of Deshaun Watson and not appeal

Not much news has emanated during or after the first day of the Deshaun Watson disciplinary hearing. One specific item of information that has emerged cries out for further analysis and interpretation. From Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press: “I’m also told the NFL, despite insisting on...

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[A11dAtP0w3R]

Cat and mouse games by the NFL to get what they want.

General summary of the article: The NFL want to make it appear they would accept any suspension as apparently they are unable to appeal it if the judge comes back with a no suspension ruling.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

But...

Perhaps there is something more sinister to it. The NFL employed a female judge to make this ruling, coincidence? I think not. Maybe they want to hide behind her if she gives out a suspension of less than a year to deflect the public backlash that is coming, try and make themselves look like the good guys by saying we wanted a year plus but this is what a FEMALE judge determined was correct.

With an NFL franchise now being sued because they knew about what Watson was doing, it would be so NFL not to appeal, they probably want this all wrapped up now. When it comes to ownership they've been proven they'll doing anything they can to protect them.

 

[drd23]

The arbitrator was jointly selected by the NFL and NFLPA

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

The arbitrator was jointly selected by the NFL and NFLPA

Were any of the options male?

 

[drd23]

Were any of the options male?

No idea - I just know that I've read that this arbitrator was jointly selected as is required in the CBA that was renegotiated in 2020 as part of discipline being moved out of Goodell's purview (at least initial decisions have been)

 

[Chris25]

Sounds like the hearing is over, now we wait...



PFT and Florio have certainly changed their tune a bit over the last couple of weeks, not quite as anti Watson as they were. I imagine the second point is the one Watson and the NFLPA will be arguing, especially in relation to Kraft.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

Judge Sue Robinson is not expected to rule in the NFL's Deshaun Watson case before the week of July 11.​

Each side has a brief due that week. The exact day is unclear. In turn, that probably means a ruling is not likely until the week of July 18, if then. Training camps will be beginning the following week, meaning both sides will be hoping for a resolution before July 25. The NFL is seeking an indefinite suspension with the possibility of reinstatement after a year.

 

[Exe Gesis]

 

[Exe Gesis]

Big update!

Watson and lawyers rejecting NFL attempts at a 12 week suspension, because judge is inclined to give zero suspension especially in light of new evidence supporting Watson....one of the accusers was talking with her brother ages ago about how Watson never did anything wrong and shes lying so as to get a big payday and telling her brother to shhh about it all, but the brother who recorded this conversation felt bad and sent the tape to Watsons lawyers.

 

[Exe Gesis]

Report: Recording of comments from accuser’s son undermines one of the claims against Deshaun Watson​

Posted by Mike Florio on July 7, 2022, 8:15 PM EDT


Last week, we suspected that there would be an effort this week to push back against some of the allegations against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. On Thursday, some reporting along those lines emerged.

Josina Anderson of CBS Sports has shared, via a series of tweets, some information that undermines the claims of one of Deshaun Watson’s accusers.

Here’s the full report from Anderson: “I’m told there’s a recording of an interview with the adult son of 1 of 12 women the NFL interviewed in the Deshaun Watson case — stating his mom initially was complimentary of Watson in their conversations after the massage, but later switched her account and tone after negative allegations surfaced about Watson. The son intimated his mother intended to reward his silence, per league source. There’s a feeling that the NFL was initially cagey about details they learned from the woman’s son — after only mentioning they interviewed him in their report. The son’s recording was later reviewed by Watson’s side revealing the aforementioned details — presumably illuminating why this particular accuser was not included with the 5 women the NFL ultimately focused on at the hearing.”

It’s unclear whether the woman in question has settled her claims against Watson. Of the 24 plaintiffs, 20 have resolved their claims.
Whatever the reason(s), the NFL ultimately focused on five and only five cases despite the fact that at least 24 women have made allegations against Watson. That’s the extent of the league’s evidence. And Anderson confirms our report from last week that, as to the five cases on which the NFL focused, there was no evidence of violence, force, threat or coercion.

On Monday, the parties will submit their written materials in support of their respective positions. Then, we’ll wait for a ruling from Judge Sue L. Robinson, the disciplinary officer presiding over the case.

 

[drxce]

It was always a likelihood that at least one of them was chasing cash but that doesn't make the other accusations any less legitimate. It's a shame for any real victim because it will be brought up every time there is an allegation in the future against any player.

 

[Exe Gesis]