The New York Times – Sports:
The league has looked for contrition in determining its discipline of players accused of conduct violations. Deshaun Watson’s insistence that he did nothing wrong undermined its attempt at rehabbing his image.
Category: Cleveland Browns
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Watson Suspended 11 Games and Fined $5 Million in Sexual Misconduct Case
The New York Times – Sports:
The N.F.L. was seeking a yearlong suspension, but reached a settlement with the quarterback after an arbitrator recommended a six-game penalty.
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Deshaun Watson Apologizes as Suspension Is Under Review
The New York Times – Sports:
Accused of sexual misconduct by more than two dozen women, Watson said he was “truly sorry.” His lack of remorse had been cited as part of the rationale for his six-game regular-season suspension.
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In His Football Return, Deshaun Watson Tries a New Move — Contrition
The New York Times – Sports:
Accused of sexual misconduct by more than two dozen women, Watson said he was “truly sorry.” His lack of remorse had been cited as part of the rationale for his six-game regular-season suspension.
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Keyshawn Johnson Wants the N.F.L. to Remember Its ‘Forgotten Four’
The New York Times – Sports:
The former Pro Bowl receiver lobbied Pro Football’s Hall of Fame to honor Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Bill Willis and Marion Motley, the four Black players who reintegrated the league in 1946.
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Keyshawn Johnson Wants the N.F.L. to Remember Its ‘Forgotten Four’
The New York Times – Sports:
The former Pro Bowl receiver lobbied Pro Football’s Hall of Fame to honor Kenny Washington, Woody Strode, Bill Willis and Marion Motley, the four Black players who reintegrated the league in 1946.
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N.F.L. Names Advisor to Hear Deshaun Watson Appeal
The New York Times – Sports:
Peter C. Harvey advised the league in 2017 on its decision to suspend Ezekiel Elliott for six games after an investigation of domestic violence accusations.
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Roger Goodell May Take Deshaun Watson’s Punishment Into His Own Hands
The New York Times – Sports:
The league has until Thursday to appeal the six-game suspension of Watson recommended by hearing officer Sue L. Robinson. Legal experts said she gave Roger Goodell plenty of incentive to do so.