It will be clear in the terms of the deal that the receiving team knew how long Watson would be out, with the compensation contingent on Watson not being suspended. When Watson settles the lawsuits, the criminal investigation will go away, allowing the NFL to suspend Watson for x amount of games. He's been at training camp every day. The Texans officially ruled out Watson (not injury related) for Thursday's game against the Panthers. Taking no action leads to no mistakes, at least not those of commission. Watson, who is … Zeke Elliott missed 6 games for a sketchy at best accusation by an angry ex girlfriend. Nor has he taken any snaps with the team’s starters since the start of training camp. Caserio also didn't want to discuss why Watson, who has a standing trade request and a no-trade clause in his $156 million contract, didn't want to play for the Texans. Watson will not play in the game, but he is on the team's roster, ESPN's SportsCenter said in a Twitter post. Deshaun Watson He's not suspended or technically unable to play. They can’t just start suspending guys for no reason. This new edition has been revised to reflect today's game, giving football fans up-to-the-minute information on all the rules and regulations, positions, plays, and penalties. On Deshaun Watson: #Texans have not given up on him being their QB this year. Deshaun Watson Play Nine months later, Watson and the Texans are still mired in a … Roger Goodell: Deshaun Watson isn't suspended — for now Currently a team trading for him can’t know if they’ll be able to play him or not. “He is also, for whatever it is worth, in shape, been doing nothing but working out and throwing the football,” said Rapoport. QB: My Life Behind the Spiral Deshaun Watson The Houston Texans did not complete a deal involving Deshaun Watson, their standout quarterback who … But that is not the case. They’d need … League of Denial: The NFL, Concussions, and the Battle for Truth No surprise here. If he were cut by the Texans and no teams were interested in his service I could maybe see the point of the strategy. Watson, 25, signed a four-year extension with the Texans last year. He’s made it clear he wants to be traded and has played his last down for the Houston Texans . romeo41 says: Why The NFL should never of gotten into the business of suspending players for off the field incidents. pic.twitter.com/i2CSsJpFoa, — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 24, 2021. And that’s the other side of this one. Deshaun Watson not That's why it's an interesting question. Remember the owners are the NFL. Watson was the most sought-after player in the NFL this past spring, once it was known that he no longer wanted to play for the Texans. He should just pay those ladies and move on. That’s a risk that Watson’s new team would be assuming, along with everything else arising from 22 civil lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct during massage therapy sessions and the 10 criminal complaints arising therefrom. He will be a Dolphin before the trade deadline. The Texans are keeping Watson on the bench for the rest of the 2021 season after not striking a deal on Tuesday. It is no wonder people won’t take a Vaccine against a deadly virus. Texans owner Cal McNair reportedly wanted the team to trade quarterback Deshaun Watson. That type of scenario destroys locker rooms. Is anyone actually surprised? He needs to be gone at least a year. Watson is on the Texans’ active roster, but he has been rendered inactive for each of the team’s first two games as he faces 22 civil lawsuits and 10 criminal complaints of sexual misconduct and sexual assault. Can”t see any team trading for him not knowing what the NFL will do. In Tinderbox, award-winning journalist James Andrew Miller uncovers a bottomless trove of secrets and surprises, revealing new conflicts, insights, and analysis. Yet Watson has the damn FBI investigating him for human trafficking and the NFL does nothing to save its reputation and avoid a PR blunder. Even more egregious, Watson, who is currently in the process of trying to settle the civil claims, has not faced any discipline from the NFL. ———- As the trade deadline looms, the team absolutely must deal Deshaun Watson if … Fewer than 10,000 of them would survive, but remarkably all of the women would live to tell the tale. Unbound is an amazing story of love, friendship, and survival written by a new master of adventure narrative. Customer Service. The Miami Dolphins did not trade for Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson before Tuesday's NFL trade deadline. Texans coach David Culley confirmed Monday that quarterback Deshaun Watson would not play in Houston's Thursday night Week 3 game against the Panthers even if … The NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 2 at 4 p.m. Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) arrives at NFL football practice Monday, Aug. 2, 2021, in Houston. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Texans do not plan to play quarterback Deshan Watson during the 2021 NFL season. There may not be 100% agreement among the owners but still the owners are the NFL. When he attended their practices on Monday and Tuesday after reports circulated that the team is now open to keep him in the 2021 NFL season, some people thought that it was a positive sign for the relationship between Watson and the Texans. You may change your billing preferences at any time in the Customer Center or call Watson is currently named as a defendant in a lawsuit wherein 22 women have alleged sexual assault, has had criminal complaints filed against him with the Houston Police Department, has been involved in an FBI probe, and also has the NFL investigating the entire ordeal. Once again their best interest comes first. Not one. The Texans and Deshaun Watson have an understanding as to his status in 2021. But that doesn’t make the situation anything other than awkward. Watson wants to be traded, and the Texans want to trade him. Watson is content to be paid to not play, and the Texans are content to pay him to not play. There was little news regarding the allegations against Watson until last week when it surfaced that the FBI is now involved in the investigation. How can anybody be surprised or not understand? The Houston Texans are stuck in football limbo and have until Nov. 2 at 4 p.m. to lift themselves from it. Texans G.M. An inside assessment of the world of fantasy sports by the ESPN Senior Fantasy Analyst reveals the life-shaping impact of the multi-billion-dollar national pastime while chronicling his own rise to a leading figure in fantasy sports. Houston is apparently "getting closer" to a deal that could send their embattled franchise quarterback to the Dolphins, per a … One of the bigger mysteries in the Deshaun Watson saga is why the Houston Texans quarterback is not on the commissioner’s exempt list. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, the league hasn’t made a decision about Watson because it doesn’t have to make a decision about Watson. “As of right now, that does not apply to Deshaun Watson. However, as good as he is, he can’t save the Texans from O’Brien. End of story. Barry Jackson, an absolute hack for the Miami Herald made this up after speaking with “someone” from the Dolphins. Nationally acclaimed columnist Joe Holley is widely loved for his popular "Native Texan" column, which appears in the Houston Chronicle. He is not banned from participating in practice or games by the NFL. The decision was foretold after GM Nick Caserio relayed Wednesday that he didn't "expect him (Watson) to play" Week 1. Watson had a turbulent offseason that he kicked off with a trade request, and later 22 civil lawsuits against him came to the fore in March and April. Deshaun Watson Is Not Playing In Texans’ Preseason Opener Against Packers. In this new edition of The TB12 Method, Tom Brady further explains and details the revolutionary training, conditioning, and wellness system that has kept him atop the NFL at an age when most players are deep into retirement. With both civil and criminal cases they wont suspend Watson until after all the cases are over they will let him sit on the exempt list. HOUSTON -- The Texans cut their active roster down to 53 players Tuesday and quarterback Deshaun Watson remains on it. When Deshaun Watson was 11 years old, he and his family received an amazing gift--a house of their own from Habitat for Humanity. The investigation should be completed by now. “So, if a team does trade for him, he should be ready to go once he gets acclimated to the offense.”, Sign up for the Texans Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio says that no deal came about with the Miami Dolphins, which is why QB Deshaun Watson is still (...). Thus, for the Dolphins or anyone else, it’s another major factor that the team that would be trading for Watson needs to consider. The Texans are in a no win situation. Once again, the shield tarnished due to a complete lack of leadership at NFL HQ. A few become legends. Feinstein takes us inside the rarified world with five men who have achieved the highest levels in the NFL: Andrew Luck, Alex Smith, Joe Flacco, Doug Williams and Ryan Fitzpatrick. The Texans are sitting back, which is the correct move, hoping Watson will blink and decide to settle the lawsuits. Despite so, he expects to suit-up to … Deshaun Watson is currently part of the 53-man roster for the Houston Texans. Right now, Watson is content to collect paychecks without playing, so there is no reason for the league to do anything. If somehow he’s not suspended, his trade value goes up. The NFL has not taken any action against Deshaun Watson over numerous allegations of sexual assault, and it sounds like that is not changing soon. Register now! Watson hasn't played for the Texans so far after a tumultuous offseason that saw him demand a trade away from Houston before being accused of sexual assault and sexual misconduct in … Please check your email for a confirmation. Kareem Hunt was put on leave for multiple games and THEN suspended the following season for one incident. Praise for Forty Million Dollar Slaves “A provocative, passionate, important, and disturbing book.”—The New York Times Book Review “Brilliant . . . a beautifully written, complex, and rich narrative.”—Washington Post Book World ... Deshaun Watson reportedly not interested in NFC team that wants him. Why Deshaun Watson won’t play vs. Panthers. With the Texans content to pay him to not play and with Watson content to not play and get paid for it, the NFL has no reason to do anything about it. This is no different than just about any other large, very profitable corporation. I have not heard that he is going to be placed on the commissioner’s exempt list, even if someone trades for him, even if his legal situation is unsettled. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "This book is gold.”—Peter King “Intense.”—San Francisco Chronicle “Steve Young is a hero of mine, and his story is a source of inspiration for me. The same kind of a man that uses his celebrity to use girls. Because even the best players need help. And themselves. Moving, sometimes shocking, Solo is a portrait of an athlete finding redemption. This is the Hope Solo whom few have ever glimpsed. Signed poster inside. In If These Walls Could Talk: Denver Broncos, Logan provides insight into the Broncos' inner sanctum as only he can. If he wont play then suspend him. Now Playing: The first of 22 women to file a sexual assault lawsuit against Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson spoke out during an April press conference hosted by Tony Buzbee. Womp, womp, womp. Trevor Bauer is out for this season even after a judge denied his accuser a restraining order based on the evidence. His absence was listed on the Texans injury report as “not injury related.”. One of the bigger mysteries in the Deshaun Watson saga is why the Houston Texans quarterback is not on the commissioner’s exempt list. The NFL trade deadline will come and go at 4 p.m. on the east coast Tuesday, and Deshaun Watson will not be traded to the Miami Dolphins, according to a source. For the Texans, how does Deshaun Watson's trade value compare today to what it's likley to be in the offseason? The Houston Texans did not trade the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback, who has yet to play this year and faces 22 civil lawsuits and 10 criminal complaints from women alleging sexual assault and misconduct, by Tuesday's NFL trade deadline.. Watson, 26, demanded a trade from the organization in January, … And it’s a no-brainer the Texans didn’t accept the Dolphins’ offer. That doesn’t mean the answers he gave were correct. He’s already on paid leave.” Found insideWhy NFL Teams Gamble on Starting Rookie Quarterbacks Thomas George. and all ears. ... Deshaun Watson, as he steps into the mix with the Houston Texans, said he understands this. ... I'm not going to miss a thing in that room. An emotional memoir from Hall of Fame, Super Bowl winning former head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers and current CBS analyst, Bill Cowher. “ He will be a Dolphin before the trade deadline.”. To answer your question on why the NFL can never get this right. What a cluster. Mara narrates the story from her own point of view and her own story. Dive into this diary-like book to learn about the history of abortion in Argentina with a different set of eyes. Trading Watson now for peanuts would be a huge mistake for the Texans. I would argue this does a disservice to both Watson and the Texans as well as any team that would consider trading for him. Once again their best interest comes first. By Evan Bleier @itishowitis. I think that they are determined not to let that happen this time even if it means sitting on Watson for a while. The reason involves two unrelated and unresolved events between the end of last season and the beginning of this one, which have combined to place Watson and his team in a stalemate.Â, One of those matters is a serious off-the-field issue. So they should announce he’s going to start for them, let the league suspend him and start the clock ticking on his likely suspension. At worst he would be put on the commissioner’s exempt list which doesnt “start the clock ticking”. The league is trying to do the best they can. Despite Tyrod Taylor ‘s injury, head coach David Culley says the Texans will not play Deshaun Watson this week (Twitter link via NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport). It’ works completely backwards,the perception of the league and the MONEY is always the bottom line. News Corp is a global, diversified media and information services company focused on creating and distributing authoritative and engaging content and other products and services. So what is the real reason or reasons Watson is not playing? The receiving team will say “no he was suspended for 10 games so we owe a 4th + two 1sts” while the Texans will say “no he only served a 5 game suspension so cough of three 1sts”. The latest on a situation that hasn’t changed in Houston, plus the Titans replace Derrick Henry with Adrian Peterson and more. Nascar is the Governing Body and is separate from the race the teams. NEW YORK — Deshaun Watson and Odell Beckham Jr. aren’t long for Houston and Cleveland, respectively. It’s a lesson the NFL learned through past mistakes. They have their meetings, the owners know what will happen or at least have an idea. In fact, they have distanced themselves from the situation on repeated occasions. Why would the Texans want a player to honor the contract he just signed in September? Zero out of 22. The Texans elected to sit Watson for the first seven games while paying his salary. If/when the Texans trade Watson, the league will have to look at whether he should be placed on paid leave. Goodell is the great and powerful OZ until you look behind the curtain, and there you will find the owners. As Badell has shown us, discipline is entirely based on protecting the shield and nothing more. Why would they? It is funny how misinformation in the world of social media works. Since March 16, 22 women have filed civil lawsuits against Watson accusing him of sexual assault and harassment. These cases probably begin with the league investigators asking to read the 22 police reports about the crimes committed. And it’s a no-brainer the Texans didn’t accept the Dolphins’ offer. Although this is a cookbook and her goal is to share some awesome recipes, there's far more fun facts about Jilly. She gives you an up close and personal look at her life and what motivates her. As long as the league remains popular and the billions keep rolling in, discipline will remain subjective, and submissive to revenue and PR. Maybe longer but the NFL handling of this is beyond ridiculous. The Texans reportedly look to … This book features interviews by former NBA player Etan Thomas with over fifty athletes, executives, media figures, and more—interwoven with essays and critiques by Thomas. Even more egregious, Watson, who is currently in the process of trying to settle the civil claims, has not faced any discipline from the NFL. The fact that Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is allowed anywhere near a football field is despicable, yet here we are. Sources told ESPN that Houston is not interested in trading Watson with conditions on the picks if he is suspended by the league. Make beautiful memories this year with this step-by-step beginners guide to cookie decorating written by expert cookie designer and instructor, Tinnell Sloan. Whatever happened to innocent until proven guilty, you know, due process. It’s called protecting your brand. Investigate and make a decision immediately. Why the Dolphins didn’t trade for Deshaun Watson with legal situation up in the air November 11, 2021 by Evan Lewis There was some significant buzz ahead of the 2021 NFL trade deadline that disgruntled Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson could be on the move. READ MORE: Deshaun Watson Trade: 'Teams Are Ready To Jump,' Says Texans QB Lawyer Watson is entering the final year of his rookie deal, worth $10.5 million in base salary. I wonder if people will pick him up in fantasy football and just stash him on the bench. at his position. You must be logged in to leave a comment. This is what usually happens with Roger Goodell and his NFL kangaroo court. Watson is currently facing 22 active civil charges and 10 criminal complaints on sexual misconduct charges. The Texans are in a no win situation. But in The Night the Lights Went Out, he finds himself far out of his depths. It wouldn't be a surprise if no one offered the right amount to satisfy the Texans. Then why dont the Texans put him in the game? Next year is when the Texans would take peanuts for Watson so they do not have do pay his huge salary. The sooner everyone knows what the punishment is not only can he get on with serving it but the Texans can make plans for trading him if that is what they want to do. “With the Texans content to pay him to not play and with Watson content to not play and get paid for it, the NFL has no reason to do anything about it. Son of Bum is more than one man’s memoir—it’s a story of family and football and a father who inspired his son. “Having played for and against Wade Phillips, the first word that comes to my mind is respect. Texans HC David Culley: Deshaun Watson won't play in Week 3. With their 2007 The Great Book of Philadelphia Sports Lists, WIP sports radio hosts Glen Macnow and Big Daddy Graham compiled dozens of sports lists to stir up dialog and debate within the buzzing Philadelphia sports community (and beyond). This book provides a history of pro pass receiving and its influence on the game prior to the televised era. The Houston Texans are one of three teams still winless this NFL season. The only reason fans have not seen Watson take the field this season for the Houston Texans stems from the franchise’s decision not to play the quarterback. Go to any Dolphin blog and 99% of the fans want NOTHING to do with him. Let every have their day in court first, punish second. Found inside – Page 24Two players hit him at the same time. Amazingly, Watson shrugged off their hits and spun out of the way. ... “Why not me?” The next week in Kansas City, Watson threw two touchdown passes as the Texans took a 24–0 lead in the second KING ... According to ESPN's … That means he is not suspended by the team or by the league. Again. If he were a backup or a special teams player or not a franchise QB he would have been gone. He’s already on paid leave. The romantic notion of the NFL and MLB and the athletes died a long time ago. Spoiled brat! In 2017, Zeke Elliot was suspended for 6 games for one improve accusation that the police refused to charge him with, but they do nothing for 17 accusation. November 2, 2021 at 4:08 p.m. EDT. You will be notified in advance of any changes in rate or terms. Written in W.C. Heinz’s inimitable style, Run to Daylight! is part diary, part philosophy text, part coaches manual. Here, is professional football at its best. Houston should play him on Sunday so Twitter explodes on Goodell and the NFL. The QB will tell the story of the interlocking paths of the most fascinating characters involved in this secretive world, examining how advanced analysis has taken root in football." I’m not sure that the Texans didn’t make a mistake here. Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson was not at practice Monday, continuing his absence after not traveling with the team for Saturday's preseason opener … September 11, 2021 at 9:22 am Why suspend a guy who is not likely to play again anyway? I say if that were the case then Watson would never play, because every time a player goes into a game,there is the risk of injury. The Texans are handling this situation correctly at this time, IMHO. The Texans know Watson will probably be suspended, maybe a full season, however, the Texans know Watson will probably play for another 10 -12 years at an elite level, therefore they want a lot for Watson now and through the draft next year. It’s no different than fast food restaurants that are franchised out the franchise owners have to follow certain rules at and away from the job to protect the company brand. As expected, the Texans don't plan on Deshaun Watson … statechamp77 says: The reason involves two unrelated and unresolved events between the end of last season and the beginning of this one, which have combined to place Watson and his team in … Sexual assaults are very, very, very serious. NFL doesn’t want to have to suspend him with or without pay? The authoritative guide on the National Football League (NFL) salary cap and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). You don’t have to have 100% solid evidence. Texans GM Nick Caserio said Wednesday that he doesn't expect the quarterback to play Sunday. When the Houston Texans season begins on Sunday, the team’s most important player, quarterback Deshaun Watson, will be absent from the field. The teams come to the tracks and race under their rules. Draws on interviews, e-mails, and previously undisclosed documents to reveal how the NFL has endeavored to cover up evidence of the connection between football and brain damage for the past two decades. Watson will want to play again and soon and the Texans can’t afford to pay him forever for not playing. The Texans Won By Not Playing Go Loins. I’m in the camp that says hold onto him because he’s a commodity you can’t just give away, depspite the creepiness. The Astros' first-ever World Series victory is a great baseball story, but it's also the story of a major American city -- a city (and a state) that the rest of the nation doesn't always love or understand--becoming a sentimental favorite ... Why not? Deshaun Watson's NFL playing career appears to be on hold until at least 2022. Once he prepares to play, the NFL will then decide whether to make a decision about whether to let him play. September 11, 2021 at 10:01 am He didn’t try to deny interest in Deshaun Watson. The Texans quarterback is across the pond, preparing to play the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium in London, England. Period. And the NFL hasn’t done anything on Frank Clark Felony Weapons charge. Not sure why the NFL can never get this right. He is not suspended by the team for any reason. Found insideThose would be ironic numbers given how the Chiefs-Texans game would play out. “If you've watched Deshaun Watson since college and I'm sure even since high school, they're never out of a game,” Mahomes said. “He's someone that can make ... It’s a very profitable business and a brand. With Deshaun Watson back under center, what is the source of the team’s woes? Learn how your comment data is processed. ———— Deshaun Watson isn’t in Gainesville, Ga., anymore. The Texans can not risk playing Watson due to a possible injury, an injury during the season would hurt his trade value.

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