A longtime NFL writer expects Deshaun Watson’s value to increase once a settlement is reached in his civil court cases.
The Houston Texans quarterback is being sued by 22 women who claim sexual assault and misconduct. NBC’s Mike Florio says there will be plenty of teams interested in Watson’s services once his legal issues have been resolved.
However, if and when the cases are settled seem to be the issue.
In order for Houston to trade Watson, the lawsuits have to be settled prior to training camp or the chances of a trade decrease. If that happens, the former Clemson quarterback will likely be placed on the Commissioner’s Exempt List, which means the Texans would have to pay Watson his $10 million salary, though he would not be playing.