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Texans BREAKING: Deshaun Watson Suspended 11 Games, Fined $5 Million by NFL

Watson's first game to be eligible under center for the Browns will come against the Texans at NRG Stadium in Week 12
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Texans BREAKING: Deshaun Watson Suspended 11 Games, Fined $5 Million by NFL
Texans BREAKING: Deshaun Watson Suspended 11 Games, Fined $5 Million by NFL

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The NFL and commissioner Roger Goodell handed down the suspension of former Texans and current Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson on Thursday, after agreeing to a settlement. 

Watson is now set to be suspended for 11 games and fined $5 million for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.

Watson was accused of sexual misconduct by 25 Houston-area massage therapists but has not faced criminal charges, and 24 of the 25 civil lawsuits have now been settled.

Goodell released a statement following the settlement, explaining the NFL's decision-making process, and the reasoning for appealing the recommendation set forth by Judge Sue Robinson earlier this month.

"Deshaun has committed to doing the hard work on himself that is necessary for his return to the NFL," Goodell said. "This settlement requires compliance with a professional evaluation and treatment plan, a significant fine, and a more substantial suspension. We are grateful to Judge Robinson and Peter Harvey for their efforts in addressing these matters, which laid the foundation for reaching this conclusion."

Watson also released a statement on the final ruling.

"I'm grateful that the disciplinary process has ended and extremely appreciative of the tremendous support I have received throughout my short time with the Browns organization," Watson said. "I apologize once again for any pain this situation has caused. I take accountability for the decisions I made. My focus going forward is on working to become the best version of myself on and off the field and supporting my teammates however possible while I'm away from the team. I'm excited about what the future holds for me in Cleveland." 

With Watson's fate now sealed, one major storyline now becomes Watson's first game back under center, which will come in his former home at NRG Stadium against none other than the Houston Texans in Week 12. 

That game is set to be broadcast on CBS and will kick off at 12 p.m.

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MATT GALATZAN

Matt Galatzan the Editor-In-Chief of TexansDaily.com. Galatzan graduated from the University of Mississippi, where he studied integrated marketing communications, with minors in journalism and business administration. Galatzan started in the sports journalism industry under Mike Fisher at DallasBasketball.com in 2014, which at the time was part of the 247Sports network. He also spent two years covering the SMU Mustangs for PonyStampede.com on the 247Sports network. When DallasBasketball.com and CowboysCountry.com moved over to Sports Illustrated's Fan Nation network in 2020, Galatzan followed suit, eventually being taking over as the Managing Editor and Publisher of LonghornsCountry.com and AllAggies.com a year later. Through the years, Galatzan has conducted a handful of high-profile one-on-one interviews to add to his resume — in both writing and podcasting. Some of his biggest interviews have been with Mavs owner Mark Cuban, former Longhorns players Dan Neil and Phil Dawson, and many other recruits, and current/former players for each of the teams he has covered. Galatzan is also a full-time employee in the digital media department for Audacy and KRLD FM's 105.3 The Fan in Dallas, which is the official radio home of the Dallas Cowboys. You can find Galatzan on all major social media channels. For any inquiries, please email matt.galatzan@gmail.com

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