DESHAUN WATSON

A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will meet with NFL officials in Texas.

Legal experts and victims’ advocates say celebrity chef Mario Batali’s acquittal on sexual assault charges underscores the inherent difficulties of prosecuting such cases nearly five years into the #MeToo era.

Bill Cosby was released from prison when his conviction that he drugged and assaulted a woman was overturned. Quarterback Deshaun Watson landed a record-setting $230 million contract, despite an investigation into allegations he assaulted 22 women. Celebrity chef Mario Batali was acquitted this week on just the second day of his sexual assault trial in Boston.

The Houston Texans selected Baylor safety Jalen Pitre in the second round with the 37th pick in the NFL draft Friday night, further bolstering their secondary after taking LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. with the third overall pick.

Malik Willis of Liberty became the third quarterback taken in the NFL draft when the Tennessee Titans took him in the third round with the 86th overall pick.

Jacksonville is the fourth franchise in the modern NFL era with the top draft pick in consecutive years.

Johnny Manziel is still playing football with a new perspective.

This year's quarterback class isn't as heralded as last year's or even next year's.

The Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams should have plenty of company sitting out the first round of the NFL draft next week.

Deshaun Watson is getting to know his new Browns teammates.

While Deshaun Watson’s NFL career has resumed with the Browns after grand juries declined to indict him on any criminal charges over sexual misconduct allegations, his legal problems aren't over.

Already at odds with Baker Mayfield, the Cleveland Browns are choosing not to get into a public fight with him. No longer part of Cleveland's future, Mayfield is not participating in the team's voluntary offseason program as the team tries to work out a trade to get rid of the 2018 No. 1 overall draft pick. On Wednesday, coach Kevin Stefanski was reluctant to address the polarizing QB at all.

Deshaun Watson reported for his first offseason program with the Browns, who mortgaged their future in acquiring the controversial quarterback in a trade.

A judge in Texas says Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson must say whether he had sex with 18 massage therapists who supported him last year following criminal complaints.

The Philadelphia Eagles have traded two first-round picks in this month's draft to the New Orleans in a major swap of assets.

A resolution to the NFL’s investigation into Deshaun Watson’s conduct could take some time, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Tuesday.

To ensure more opportunities for diverse candidates, the NFL has added requirements on the hiring of offensive assistant coaches, and women in general.

The 32 NFL team owners will deal with some significant issues at their meetings this week in Florida.

His comments come after two Houston-area grand juries declined to indict him on criminal complaints related to sexual misconduct.

Deshaun Watson held an introductory press conference with the Cleveland Browns and the reactions were mixed online.

New Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson maintained his innocence and strongly denied committing any sexual misconduct despite allegations made by 22 women against him.

Here are things to know for Friday, March 25:

On Friday's show: Another grand jury declines to indict Deshaun Watson, the UH Cougars' run in the NCAA tournament, a unanimous decision in a Supreme Court case stemming from Houston, and why Texas has closed nearly all of the state’s public oyster reefs for harvesting.

Watson, who has denied all illegal conduct, still faces civil lawsuits.

It comes after a Harris County grand jury declined to indict Watson on nine other criminal complaints two weeks ago.

The Cleveland Browns signed the quarterback despite many allegations of sexual misconduct.

A grand jury in Brazoria County is considering the 10th accusation of sexual misconduct against former Houston Texans star player Deshaun Watson this week, the New York Times reported Thursday.

A second grand jury in Texas has declined to indict new Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by 22 women and still faces civil lawsuits.

A second grand jury in Texas has declined to indict new Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by 22 women and still faces civil lawsuits.

For a second day, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson fielded more questions from senators during her confirmation hearings for the Supreme Court. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.

Browns cornerback Greg Newsome said he was surprised as the rest of the NFL when quarterback Deshaun Watson changed his mind and picked Cleveland as his new team.

Baker Mayfield was once the No. 1 overall pick.

It was a 1-2 punch to the gut for Atlanta’s sports fans.

The price for Deshaun Watson went up for the Browns in 24 hours.

The price for Deshaun Watson went up for the Cleveland Browns in 24 hours. Cleveland's trade for the legally entangled quarterback became official Sunday, when the Browns finalized the complex deal and released statements from owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam explaining their decision to add him to their roster following the team's own extensive investigation. A three-time Pro Bowler, Watson has been accused of sexual misconduct by 22 female massage therapists.

The Indianapolis Colts have acquired their new quarterback, Matt Ryan, in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons.

Deshaun Watson’s complicated past didn’t dissuade the Cleveland Browns from betting on the quarterback’s future.

The Browns' quarterback carousel spun again Saturday. While Cleveland waits to officially welcome Deshaun Watson, the team agreed to trade backup quarterback Case Keenum to Buffalo and sign free agent QB Jacoby Brissett, a person familiar with the deals told The Associated Press. The Browns are sending Keenum to the Bills for a seventh-round draft pick in 2022, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the teams have not announced the trade.

The Houston Texans look to move on in the wake of Friday’s trade of quarterback Deshaun Watson to the Cleveland Browns, hoping the three first-round picks they received in the deal will help them improve a team that has been among the league’s worst the past two seasons.

Houstonians are waking up to the news of one of the Astros’ most prized players reportedly leaving the team.

There's a lot to absorb with the news that Deshaun Watson will be headed to the Cleveland Browns. KPRC 2's sports duo of Randy McIlvoy and Ari Alexander weigh in on numerous points surrounding the pending trade.

A person familiar with the decision tells AP quarterback Deshaun Watson has changed his mind and will accept a trade to the Cleveland Browns.

Deshaun Watson changed his mind. The Browns have their franchise quarterback, one with some extra heavy baggage.

Deshaun Watson changed his mind.

Keeping pace in the AFC West is turning into quite the arms race.

A person familiar with the discussions tells the AP that Baker Mayfield has requested the Cleveland Browns trade him after the team failed in its pursuit of quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Russell Wilson to Denver, Carson Wentz to Washington, Amari Cooper to Cleveland.

The Cleveland Browns released center JC Tretter, who was recently re-elected as president of the NFL Players Association, while the team accelerated its pursuit of controversial quarterback Deshaun Watson. Tretter spent five seasons with Cleveland as a dependable leader and anchor of one of the league's best offensive lines. Tretter also played a major role in the union setting protocols with the league during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Watson has denied all allegations of assault and harassment.

The investigation came after lawsuits filed by 22 women who accused Watson of sexual assault.

A grand jury has declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits from 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.

The Buffalo Sabres defeated their former captain Jack Eichel and the Vegas Golden Knights 3-1 on Thursday night. It was Eichel's first return to KeyBank Center since being traded in the offseason.

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A grand jury on Friday declined to indict Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson following a police investigation sparked by lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of harassment and sexual assault.

An underwhelming free agent class for quarterbacks is overshadowed by the possibility of multiple big names changing teams.

KPRC 2 sports reporter Ari Alexander has been at the NFL Combine - here is his latest insight into what might be developing with the Houston Texans ahead of the NFL Draft.

This year's class of college quarterbacks isn't as strong as past years have been.

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A judge has declined efforts by attorneys for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to delay all his depositions in connection with lawsuits filed by 22 women who have accused him of sexual assault and harassment.

A special hearing has been scheduled for Monday as the attorneys representing Deshaun Watson are requesting a delay in the civil trial against the embattled Houston Texans quarterback.

Lovie Smith has been hired as the new head coach of the Houston Texans.

The Houston Texans are in talks with assistant coach Lovie Smith for their head coaching vacancy, a person familiar with the meetings told The Associated Press.

Tony Buzbee released new information about his plaintiffs’ case against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio says it was his decision to fire head coach David Culley after just one season.

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio says it was his decision to fire head coach David Culley after just one season.

Photo Illustration by Elizabeth Brockway/The Daily Beast/GettyIn recent weeks, NFL pundits have been feverishly speculating about potential landing spots for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, with many pointing to Miami as a likely destination. The 26-year-old is a three-time Pro Bowler who should be in the prime of his career. However, he was ruled out of every game in the 2021 season due to “non-injury reasons/personal matter”—or at least, that’s what the Texans called it. The reality

The Houston Texans have fired coach David Culley after just one season.

The Houston Texans are firing head coach David Culley after one season, KPRC 2 Sports Director Randy McIlvoy has confirmed.

It may be that the schedule got a little bit easier as the Miami Dolphins were getting a little bit healthier. Turns out, everything changed at the trade deadline for the Dolphins after all. Instead of swinging a deal for embattled Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson or shedding big names to acquire assets for the future, the Dolphins traded an old attitude for a new one.

In his first on-camera comments since the fatal shooting that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust," Alec Baldwin described her as "my friend." Lilia Luciano has more on the story.

“I knew how much it meant to Tom, and I was willing to trade.”

Terry Bradshaw – $25,000,000Terry Bradshaw’s claim to fame is that he led the Steelers to four Super Bowl victories in six years. While he was traded to the Lion’s following the 2020-2021 season, this hasn’t impacted his net worth. Dan Marino – $50,000,000It’s strange that a man that never one a Super Bowl (only making it to the Super Bowl once) is considered one of the greatest quarterbacks to ever play in that position. With a two-year contract extension worth $66,000,000, his net worth worth is $70,000,000. Due to his successful NFL career, Ryan currently has a net worth of $70,000,000.

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According to Houston lawyer Tony Buzbee, the FBI has spoken to several woman who are accusing Watson of sexual assault.

Two of the women have not filed a civil lawsuit, bringing the total number of accusations to 24.

With 22 civil lawsuit swirling and he legal bills, Deshaun Watson has reportedly decided to report to Texans camp.

Deshaun Watson's legal troubles are not hindering his training schedule nor social life lately.

Deshaun Watson has been mroe and more active on social media over the last couple weeks.

The Texans used their top pick on QB Davis Mills, so it stands to reason they would want to see him play this season.

Deshaun Watson broke his three-plus month social media silence, posting a one minute workout video to his Instagram feed.

General Manager Nick Caserio cited trading camp as a decision milestone in the Deshaun Watson saga.

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The Denver Broncos have always been a likely landing spot for Deshaun Watson, and reportedly he wants to go there, too.

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There are several directions the Deshaun Watson saga can go next week, and some are juicier than others.

The Houston Texans were a team on the rise two seasons ago, and now they might be the worst team in the NFL.

And for the state's other NFL franchise, the Houston Texans, hope looks like the AFC South basement and a prolonged rebuild.

There are not many recognizable faces left with the Houston Texans, as they embark on a massive rebuild.

Tony Buzbee, who is representing the plaintiffs, and Rusty Hardin, who is defending the Texans quarterback, are trying to navigate deftly in the #MeToo era.

Deshaun Watson's separation from the Texans should become even more profound in the next couple weeks.

Deshaun Watson is not happy with the Texans' culture, but there's no guarantee it's any better at his possible trade destinations.

The two sides in the Deshaun Watson legal drama have agreed to a timeline for key events, if indeed settling is not an option.

As Deshaun Watson's legal saga drags on, SI.com had new revelations involving the Houston Texans.

Not knowing where or if he will be playing in 2021 has had minimal impact on Deshaun Watson's MVP odds.