Deshaun Watson Fantasy

Another lawsuit has been filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, this one alleging that he assaulted a licensed aesthetician. The lawsuit said "Watson's behavior is part of a disturbing and escalating pattern" and was the 22nd lawsuit filed by Houston attorney Tony Buzbee against Watson since March 16. Eighteen women released statements through Watson's lawyer, saying they have worked with the quarterback and that he "never made them feel uncomfortable or demanded anything outside the scope of a professional massage." The 25-year-old publicly demanded a trade before these sexual-assault allegations surfaced, and while a trade is still expected, it may not come until the trade deadline or next year's draft. Teams are still interested in trading for Watson, but there's now a real possibility that he'll be suspended in 2021 or 2022.

Apr. 6th • 2:51 PM

There are still four to five teams that would like to trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson despite off-the-field issues that have come up regarding some sexual-misconduct allegations that have turned into lawsuits. Watson hasn't been formally charged with any crime and the NFL will continue to investigate his legal matters as that situation develops. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport has not heard that the New England Patriots are one of the teams with interest in acquiring Watson. Rapoport will not rule out the Miami Dolphins or Chicago Bears. But the Texans continue to hold firm in their stance of not wanting to trade the 25-year-old signal-caller. If the were to trade him, it might not come until the trade deadline or until next year's draft. Watson's trade value has taken a hit no doubt, but unless he's formally charged with a crime and/or faces a potential suspension, there will be teams interested in his services.

Mar. 22nd • 2:50 PM

A third civil lawsuit filed against Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson accuses him of sexually assaulting a massage therapist by forcing her to have oral sex with him in December of last year. Houston attorney Tony Buzbee said there are nine total cases against Watson, but so far, only three civil lawsuits have been filed. NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said "the matter is under review" of the league's personal-conduct policy. "Watson's behavior is part of a disturbing pattern of preying on vulnerable women," the third lawsuit reads. Watson responded on Twitter to say that this is "about clearing my name..." It's unclear if Watson will face some sort of suspension from the NFL after they investigate the matter, but this off-the-field issue could also have a huge impact on whether he gets his wish and is traded out of Houston. It's another storyline to watch surround Watson this offseason.

Mar. 19th • 12:39 AM