Deshaun Watson a sexual predator? 24 sexual misconduct accusations against him

The promising career of NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson seemed to take a new turn after he signed with the Cleveland Browns for the 2022 season. However, lawsuits against him over sexual misconduct continue to grow in numbers and could mean the end of his career. 

On Monday, the number of lawsuits against the quarterback increased to 24 after Katy Williams became one more plaintiff. The owner of the therapeutic massage business in Houston claimed that she was sexually assaulted in one of the sessions she had with Watson in August 2020.

The most recent lawsuit against the player was filed by the attorney representing the 24 women claiming to be victims, Tony Buzbee. 

"What is absent in this media frenzy surrounding Deshaun Watson is that these are 24 strong and courageous women who, despite taunts, legal shenanigans, and intense media scrutiny, are standing up for what is right," Buzbee said in a statement.

Se presentó una nueva demanda contra DeShaun Watson. La 24 en total. Nuevamente alegando conducta sexual inapropiada durante una sesión de masaje. pic.twitter.com/erYPmHruZW

— Hablemos de Football (@HablemosFoot) June 7, 2022

Several female masseuses accused Deshaun Watson of harassing, assaulting, or touching them during sessions with the player when he played for the Houston Texans. According to the last complainant, Watson exposed himself to her during a massage session and masturbated "without offering any apology or explanation for his conduct." According to the lawsuit, the woman quit the massage business because of what happened and now suffers from depression and anxiety.

INACEPTABLE

Deshaun Watson, QB de los Browns de Cleveland fue demandado una vez más por acoso sexual. Tiene 24 denuncias.

La persona,una masajista, confesó detener su trabajo cuando el jugador tuvo una erección, pero Watson se masturbo frente a ella. https://t.co/pfff5T0fPJ pic.twitter.com/jZa5GEYCBy

— DIARIO RÉCORD (@record_mexico) June 6, 2022

Deshaun Watson and his lawyers have argued that the plaintiffs only seek economic benefits. Furthermore, the player claims that some of the episodes reported were consensual.

Se presenta una acusación más en contra de Deshaun Watson, ya son 24 !!! #NFL tendrá una presión social muy fuerte e irá aumentando conforme se acerque la temporada. La liga tiene que presentar una postura y acelerar su investigación. #Browns. https://t.co/FS6ueEqLOq

— Pablo Viruega (@PabloViruega) June 6, 2022

The NFL concluded an investigation of Watson’s actions following the sexual misconduct claims against him. While the league might suspend him, the player's attorney, Rusty Hardin, would seek to appeal. 

The Browns are aware that the NFL may suspend Watson, and coach Kevin Stefanski told the AP News that the team is ready to face a possible suspension of the star quarterback.