The New York Times – Sports:
In a memo released Wednesday, a Congressional panel said it found evidence that the Washington Commanders owner conducted a “shadow investigation” of accusers.
Author: Jenny Vrentas
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Deshaun Watson Settles 20 of the 24 Sexual Misconduct Cases Against Him
The New York Times – Sports:
The lawyer for Watson’s accusers announced the deals but did not disclose details.
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Deshaun Watson’s Massages Were Enabled by the Texans and a Spa Owner
The New York Times – Sports:
Watson met at least 66 women over a 17-month period, far more than previously known. He had help from the Houston Texans, including nondisclosure agreements, in making appointments.
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Jon Gruden’s Lawsuit Against the NFL Can Proceed in Open Court
The New York Times – Sports:
A Nevada judge dismissed the league’s motion to move the case to arbitration. Gruden, the former Raiders coach, claims that the N.F.L. leaked disparaging emails that led him to resign in October.
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How the Jets and Giants Won the First Round of the NFL Draft
The New York Times – Sports:
The Jets scooped Ahmad Gardner, Garrett Wilson and Jermaine Johnson II, three of their eight top targets in the N.F.L. draft, while the Giants bolstered both lines with Kayvon Thibodeaux and Evan Neal.
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The 2023 NFL Draft Will Be Held in Kansas City, Mo.
The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L. is continuing its practice of making the draft a traveling road show, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans in the process.
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Jaguars Take Travon Walker With the No. 1 Draft Pick
The New York Times – Sports:
Jacksonville took the defensive lineman after selecting quarterback Trevor Lawrence first overall in 2021.
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Introduced by the Browns, Deshaun Watson Denies Wrongdoing
The New York Times – Sports:
Introduced by his new team, the Cleveland Browns, the former Houston Texans quarterback vowed to keep fighting the 22 civil lawsuits filed by women who accused him of sexual misconduct.
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A Texas Grand Jury Is Considering Another Charge Against Deshaun Watson
The New York Times – Sports:
A grand jury in Houston recently declined to charge the quarterback with crimes related to accusations of sexual misconduct. A panel in a different county is now considering one last charge.