Based on the language in the CBA, the NFL now has three days to file an appeal in writing. Once the appeal is filed, Goodell (or his designee) will have two days to respond to it.
If the NFL doesn't appeal, then the case is over and Watson will serve a six-game suspension. It's possible the league will go this route because it doesn't want to undermine Robinson's decision.
On the other hand, if the NFL does appeal the decision, the process could last another five business days. In that case, Watson would know by Aug. 8 at the latest whether his suspension has been extended. [Reply]
Originally Posted by rabblerouser:
The whole thing is just some Deflategate-type bullshit designed to keep fans watching the WWNFL soap opera during the offseason.
Look, I'm sure what he did was criminally culpable. In fact...I know it is.
If my poor white ass had been going around doing what he did, I would be going to PRISON.
Instead, Deshaun got PAID...and is paying those women off. You think the NFL wants Roger handing out the Sixer?
Nah. They brought in a FEMALE judge for "arbitration", so that Watson can serve his suspension move on, business as usual.
How much time did Big Ben get for either rape he committed?
He didn't.
I laugh when people bring up "racism" you ****ing idiots. It's CLASSISM.
OJ didn't get hemmed up for murder because money.
Bill Cosby went home because of money
Deshaun Watson will never go to prison for raping 20-odd women because MONEY
Next time anyone wants to cry about "raysussism" in the court...tell them that a few million dollars makes the racism just disappear. Like Magic. Who somehow found a cure for HIV. (Spoiler - it's money)
There are literally ZERO accusations of rape in this case dude. [Reply]
I'm sure this is just a weird coincidence but the Personal Conduct Policy has suddenly disappeared from the items made available to media at the NFL Communications website.
Originally Posted by KCrockaholic:
People are confusing accusations with evidence of truth. And people lie, a lot.
Agreed.
You can argue all day about inconsistent suspension policies from the NFL and their lack of due diligence, but these are just allegations.
All they've really got is conduct detrimental to the league.
The NFL gave Tyreek Hill some grace when it came to that Crystal Espinosa situation in 2020 and we were pretty thankful for that, even though opposing fans wanted Hill thrown under the jail. [Reply]
Originally Posted by Mecca:
They were never going to fight overly hard, he's one of the games young stars.
You think Watson is a bankable star? I guess we'll watch all the endorsement deals roll in now? All sorts of companies and charities lining up to make him the face of their brand, eh? [Reply]
Originally Posted by Razaele:
You think Watson is a bankable star? I guess we'll watch all the endorsement deals roll in now? All sorts of companies and charities lining up to make him the face of their brand, eh?
People may be tuning in to see how he does after sitting a season and a half, seeing the fan reception, etc. [Reply]
When Browns have road games, it would be good idea for the host teams to have "No, I will not play with your dick, play with it yourself after I leave day."
I thought it would be more games, but probably better for NFL to not do the appeal to Roger Goodell. [Reply]