Deshaun Watson and the Browns were hit with questions regarding sexual misconduct allegations made against the quarterback at his introductory press conference in Cleveland.
acknowledged the transaction was"difficult" and"triggered" emotions within the community ... but doubled down on the team's claim it did its due diligence when it decided to pursue Watson.Berry says the team used independent investigators in Houston to provide an unbiased conclusion ... claiming the team has faith in Watson as a person.
Berry says the team was advised to NOT reach out to the 22 women accusing Watson of sexual misconduct ... as it could impact the criminal proceedings. As we previously reported, Watson was traded to the Browns in exchange for three first-round picks, one third-round pick and two fourth-round picks last week.The 26-year-old is currently facing a mountain of lawsuits over claims of sexual misconduct made by more than 20 massage therapists ... yet he has adamantly denied any wrongdoing.
Grand juries in Harris and Brazoria counties have declined to charge Watson over the allegations ... but he could still face additional charges in other states.
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