According to NFL reporter Aaron Wilson, the NFL has increased the suspension of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson to 11 games. In addition, Watson faces a $5 million fine and is required to attend mandatory counseling.
Watson’s initial suspension was set at six games but the league appealed to have the punishment for the two dozen allegations of sexual misconduct extended to better account for the severity of the violation.
This means the Steelers will still miss Watson in the Browns lineup in Week Three but Watson should be back and have the rust knocked off by the time the Steelers take on the Browns in the regular-season finale.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson suspension increased to 11 games, $5 million fine, mandatory counseling in settlement negotiated by NFL and NFL Players Association in personal conduct policy disciplinary matter, per league sources @PFN365
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) August 18, 2022
