AUSTIN (Texas) — Multiple women are being represented by attorneys Deshaun Watson Over allegations of sexual misconduct are seeking to see the documents from NFL’s investigation into former Houston Texans quarterback.
According to Friday’s motion by Tony Buzbee, Cornelia Brandfield Harvey’s women’s lawyers, the legal team requests all records and files from the NFL investigation into Watson. This includes recorded interviews with witnesses and communications. The notice of intent to take deposition via written questions also requests photographs and any other documents from your files or documents related to the investigation of Deshaun.
Watson, later traded to Cleveland Brownshe has denied any wrongdoings and vowed his innocence.
A hearing with Sue L. Robinson, retired judge and NFL disciplinary officer, concluded in Delaware on Thursday. ESPN’s Dan Graziano reported that Robinson asked for briefs after the hearing, which will be due by July 11.
Robinson’s decision is not expected to be made in a set time frame. Graziano was told by a source that Robinson will “take her time” but she will rule on whether Robinson violated the league’s personal conduct policy or whether discipline should be imposed.
Graziano reported that the NFL is pushing for a suspension of at most one year. Graziano said that both sides attempted to reach a settlement as long as the hearing was ongoing, but could not agree.
Watson settled 20 of the 24 lawsuits he was accused of sexual misconduct during his time playing for Texas.
This report was based on information from The Associated Press.