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The Cleveland Browns had so much faith in Deshaun Watson that they signed him to an eye-popping five-year, $230 million extension after they acquired him from the Houston Texans. At the time of the trade, Watson was in the middle of a serious legal controversy that involves over 20 lawsuits regarding allegations of sexual misconduct. […]

The Cleveland Browns are hanging around in the AFC North despite what their 3-5 record may indicate. That was just what the team wanted after finding out Deshaun Watson would be suspended for the first 11 games of the season, and with three games left before Watson can return from his suspension, the Browns are […]

The Cleveland Browns are 3-5 so far this season as they await the return of Deshaun Watson. Their new quarterback is still serving his suspension as a result of his sexual assault allegations that continues to grow in numbers. Amid the massive scandal, Cleveland is still sticking by their new QB and is ready for […]

Deshaun Watson’s camp has taken a very aggressive approach with regard to the most recent sexual misconduct lawsuit that was filed against the Cleveland Browns quarterback. This is with regard to an October 13th lawsuit that alleges that Watson forced a woman into performing oral sex at a Houston hotel back in December 2020. Watson’s […]

The Cleveland Browns were out-dueled by the New England Patriots on Sunday as Jacoby Brissett was humbled by his former team. Brissett struggled to get much of anything going on offense in Week 6. After the game, head coach Kevin Stefanski addressed the team’s quarterback situation going forward, indicating that there would be no changes […]

A few months after the Deshaun Watson saga was seemingly resolved, a new case surfaced against the Cleveland Browns star. On Wednesday, a new plaintiff filed a sexual assault lawsuit against the QB. This new case brings the number of accusers of Watson to 25, a number that seems absolutely insane. The new lawsuit against […]

Just when you thought the dust was beginning to settle on Deshaun Watson’s sexual harassment case, the Cleveland Browns quarterback has been rocked with yet another lawsuit. This time around, an unnamed woman is suing the three-time Pro Bowler for allegedly forcing her to perform oral sex on him. According to the lawsuit, the woman […]

A lot of Houston Texans fans bought Deshaun Watson jerseys over the years after he emerged as the franchise cornerstone. But, that all changed last season when he publicly requested a trade and ultimately landed with the Cleveland Browns, where the quarterback is serving a suspension for alleged sexual assault. With Watson no longer in […]

The Cleveland Browns cut former first-round pick Josh Rosen, per Dov Kleiman. The update comes on the heels of Deshaun Watson becoming eligible to return to the Browns’ facility, per NFL.com. Watson is still serving his 11-game suspension. But the Browns’ controversial QB had not been able to attend Cleveland’s facility since late August. However, […]

After slowly but surely making their way through a game that felt like an eternity to complete, Clemson has moved to 4-0 with a 51-45 win over Wake Forest. Though the game was not without some stress, as the Demon Deacons’ Sam Hartman did tie an ACC record with a six-touchdown performance, in the end, […]

The new season is upon us and the fact is, Lamar Jackson was not able to secure a new deal with the Baltimore Ravens. Being the model professional that he is, however, the former league Most Valuable Player is still expected to play his heart out for his team this season. But what cannot be […]

The Cleveland Browns were one of the more talked-about teams of the 2022 NFL offseason. The Browns’ decision to trade for Deshaun Watson and give him $230 million guaranteed amid his investigation for sexual misconduct was and continues to be heavily criticized. Ultimately, it was decided that Watson will be suspended for the first 11 […]

The Cleveland Browns have faced controversy aplenty when it comes to their quarterback position. With that uncertainty in mind, they’ve brought in another piece to enter their QB room in former Minnesota Vikings third-rounder Kellen Mond. Mond, who was recently cut by the Vikings just days prior, joins a Browns QB group that features Jacoby […]

When Josh Rosen was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals out of UCLA, many felt as if the quarterback was on the path to NFL stardom. He was fresh off of a strong college career and had potential without question. But things never materialized in Arizona. Since 2018, Rosen has played in just 10 total games. […]

The Deshaun Watson saga has finally come to an end before the start of the 2022 season. After the NFL appealed Watson’s initial six game suspension, they were able to overturn the ruling and get Watson suspended from the Cleveland Browns first 11 games of the season, while also imposing a $5 million fine on […]

Deshaun Watson has been in the center of the NFL media in the last month for all the wrong reasons. As a reminder, the Cleveland Browns quarterback was accused by more than 20 women of sexual assault. As a result, Watson was suspended by the NFL 11 games and handed a $5 million fine. Watson’s […]

Jacoby Brissett is ready to end the Cleveland Browns quarterback uncertainty. When the original Deshaun Watson 6-game suspension was announced, most people felt that Cleveland would opt for Brissett. But when Watson’s suspension was pushed to 11 games, many people expected the Browns to make a move. Jimmy Garoppolo was immeditaely linked to Cleveland following […]

The Cleveland Browns and Deshaun Watson are going to draw the ire of every opposing fan base. Offensive lineman Joel Bitonio said that the treatment Watson got in the preseason from Jacksonville Jaguars fans and will seemingly get from others is a case of “Cleveland vs. the world” in his eyes. The statement caused a massive […]

Few players are in a more awkward spot than Jacoby Brissett. The seven-year pro has the handle on the Cleveland Browns’ starting quarterback job — but just until Deshaun Watson serves his 11-game suspension following a lengthy legal battle with the NFL. Playing with the specter of Watson hovering over him, it’s no surprise that […]

Deshaun Watson is going to be out of action for a significant part of the season for the Cleveland Browns. This is after the embattled quarterback was slapped with an 11-game suspension by the league in relation to his highly-controversial sexual misconduct case. At this point, the Browns are doing what they can to help […]

All things considered, Deshaun Watson and the Cleveland Browns got off pretty lightly even with the additional suspension and fine. They length of suspension went from six games to 11 games but that’s much better than the rumored threat of a full season on the sidelines. That would have kept Deshaun Watson off the field […]

On Thursday, news broke that the NFL and the NFLPA had settled on an agreement regarding Deshaun Watson. The Cleveland Browns quarterback will face an 11-game suspension and be fined $5 million. That is signed and finalized. But that does not mean that all of the trouble for Watson is behind him. There were a […]

After months of speculation and rumors, the final Deshaun Watson punishment was announced. After initially receiving a 6-game suspension, Watson’s punishment was increased to an 11-game suspension following an appeal. Additionally, he was fined $5 million dollars. As a result, Jacoby Brissett is the expected replacement for the Cleveland Browns. Brissett commented on replacing Watson […]

Deshaun Watson’s 11-game suspension and $5 million fine has been a major talking point in NFL circles in the last 24 hours. After making a big trade for the QB, the Cleveland Browns will now be without him for more than half the season. This is why many teams, including the Philadelphia Eagles, balked at […]

The Cleveland Browns finally learned on Thursday that newly acquired quarterback Deshaun Watson will be suspended for the first 11 games of the 2022 NFL season. That’s a big blow for a team with playoff aspirations, but it might’ve been better for Cleveland if Watson was banned for a full season like the NFL originally […]

Thursday morning, news broke that the NFL and the NFLPA had agreed to a settlement in the Deshaun Watson saga. The Cleveland Browns quarterback was suspended 11 games of the 2022 NFL season, was fined $5 million and is forced to attend counseling sessions and follow the suggested treatment program. But it’s hard to comply […]

Current NFL players haven’t exactly come out in droves to support league-mandated discipline of embattled Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, credibly accused of sexual misconduct by dozens of women. One prominent former signal-caller, though, is resolute in his opinion the NFL’s finalized suspension of Watson isn’t nearly big enough punishment given gravity of the allegations […]

After news broke Thursday morning that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was suspended for 11 games, reactions ran rampant online. Roger Goodell and the NFL agreed to a settlement with the NFLPA, allowing Watson to play the final six games of this season. It’s possible that no reaction was more visceral, sad and on point […]

The Cleveland Browns had no qualms signing Deshaun Watson to the most lucrative contract in NFL history after dozens of women accused him of sexual misconduct. Now that the NFL and Players’ Association has agreed on an 11-game suspension without pay for the embattled quarterback, the Browns are trying to save face amid widespread criticism […]

Deshaun Watson has been suspended by the NFL for 11 games and fined $5 million for violating the NFL’s personal-conduct policy. The league and the NFLPA agreed to a settlement that is going to keep Watson from the team from playing until Week 13 against the Houston Texans. However, there is a wrinkle in the […]

The Cleveland Browns now have a surefire number for the length of Deshaun Watson’s suspension: 11 games. The settlement between the NFL and its player’s union has led to Watson’s suspension increasing by five games and a multi-million dollar fine. Watson’s new suspension is nearly double what he originally got but still well below an […]

Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam doesn’t understand the difference between giving someone a second chance and actively rewarding bad behavior. Now that we know the Deshaun Watson suspension is 11 games and a $5 million fine, Haslam spoke about second chances. He said the team gave running back Kareem Hunt a second chance, and that […]

The NFL and Deshaun Watson agreed to a settlement Thursday, bringing that saga to a close. It was announced that Watson has been suspended for 11 games and fined $5 million. However, the suspension does not begin until Aug. 30, leaving a couple weeks for Watson to continue getting some work with the team. After […]

The Cleveland Browns have finally received the verdict on Deshaun Watson. The NFL announced Thursday that Watson would be suspended for 11 games and fined a sum of $5 million. After the bombshell announcement broke, Browns GM Andrew Berry addressed the quarterback position and expressed his belief that Jacoby Brissett could get the job done […]

The NFL made it official on Thursday. After a hearing and appeal, the league and NFLPA reached a settlement resulting in an 11-game suspension and $5 million fine for Cleveland Browns star Deshaun Watson. After the shockwaves of the news dissipate a bit, questions remain. When does the suspension officially kick in? When can he […]

Thursday morning, news broke that the NFL and NFLPA had agreed to a settlement in the Deshaun Watson case. The sides agreed that embattled Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson would be suspended for 11 games and fined $5 million. After that came out, the NFL and Roger Goodell released it’s statement on the matter. Statement […]

The Deshaun Watson suspension was finally handed down on Thursday and the Cleveland Browns QB will be suspended 11 games and fined $5 million. Immediately, that verdict didn’t sit well with many NFL fans and media members, who took to Twitter to voice their disdain. Among those who had something to say about the Watson […]

Thursday morning, news broke that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has officially been suspended for 11 games. After practice, Watson signed the deal between the NFL and NFLPA on his suspension. After the ruling was handed down, Browns co-owner Jimmy Haslam and general manager Andrew Berry faced some very tough questions. One of the questions […]

The final Deshaun Watson ruling is out. The controversial quarterback is slated to miss the first 11 games of the season but will be back playing football in just a few months. While his punishment is already settled – an increase from the original six-game ban – Watson continues to assert that while he is […]