The addition of Deshaun Watson by the Cleveland Browns has many layers. The team dealt away five draft picks to acquire Watson and a draft pick. The Browns will likely trade away four-year starting quarterback Baker Mayfield, perhaps to the Indianapolis Colts or Seattle Seahawks. The team also gave Watson a historical guaranteed contract as a part of the decision.
All of that is normal parts of evaluating and discussing an NFL decision. Watson’s acquisition is anything but normal. Facing 22 civil cases due to allegations, despite none being considered for criminal charges, creates far more layers to the story.
One of which includes the possibility of a suspension coming from the NFL. Recent history leads to the belief that one is coming despite no criminal charges.
