CLEVELAND, OH (SNN-TV) – Cleveland Browns’ Quarterback Deshaun Watson’s suspension has been lengthened by five games.
Watson will now be suspended without pay for the first 11 games of the upcoming season. The Quarterback will also be fined $5M and commit to mandatory evaluation and treatment for violating the league’s personal conduct policy.
Watson was initially suspended for six games following an independent investigation into the numerous claims of sexual misconduct by Watson. The NFL appealed that decision, seeking a more stringent punishment.
Watson will be eligible for reinstatement on November 28th in Week 13 against his former team, the Houston Texans.