Deshaun Watson signed autographs for Texans and Browns fans, posed for selfies, and prepared for his first game in 700 days in a familiar place.
Watson had plenty of supporters in the stands, while awho accused him of sexual harassment and assault during massages also planned to attend the game.
Fans in the parking lot set up a fake massage table with a mannequin wearing a red Texans jersey and a towel. Watson sat out the 2021 season after demanding a trade from Houston. After two grand juries in Texas declined to indict him over the allegations, the Browns traded several draft picks to get Watson and then signed him to a fully guaranteed $235 million contract.
"We don’t really know what happened and everyone deserves a second chance," said Sherry Holden, explaining her support.Several Browns fans said they were uncomfortable rooting for Watson.
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