According to multiple reports that emerged early Tuesday morning, the Browns will meet with Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson on Tuesday. Prosecutors failed to secure an indictment against Watson at his grand jury hearing last Friday. One of the more critical aspects of trading for Watson, beyond the obvious, is a likely suspension from the NFL.
Along with the Browns meeting, Watson also has a key deposition in his civil lawsuit where he is expected to answer questions without invoking his fifth amendment right to not self-incriminate for the first time now that criminal charges won’t be filed.
The NFL pledged to stay out of the way of any criminal investigation, but with that process completed, the NFL can begin to work towards a decision about his suspension. What he says in coming depositions could certainly affect the NFL’s decision. Watson will meet with NFL investigators as a part of their inquiry.
