Deshaun Watson Off the Field Thread

[col63onel]

Is there a difference between something like this happening ‘without’ people knowing vs actively pursuing someone who has done this?

I teach at a Catholic school. The Catholic Church had probably the worst sex abuse scandal in history. That scandal broke well before I started teaching.

Now, everyone associated with the church in any capacity has mandated ongoing training on how react when you suspect a child is being abused. I feel very comfortable working there because I feel the organization is doing whatever it can.

People obviously left the church never to return, and they are totally justified in that. However, many stayed and still send their kids to catholic schools, and feel comfortable that their kids are safe.

So my thought is: does it make it worse that they actively sought Watson? Is it better to make amends after the fact?

Edit- let me add I am not trying to compare the severity of crimes between Watson and the church. More how the timing of allegations affects the credibility of the organization.

 

[Mr. Orange]

To me, Watson is more creep than criminal. But he is a big big creep.

 

[avs2000]

To me, Watson is more creep than criminal. But he is a big big creep.

Creep who is the face of Jimmy Haslam's franchise. Kind of fitting. 17 allegations is kind of a pattern. I can see moving on from Baker, but Watson is not a guy I really want to root for either

 

[Bkerr02]

So I started reading some documents on the allegations, I was firmly in the camp that Watson is a huge creep and probably did this to some of these girls. After reading some of these I’m honestly not even sure he did anything inappropriate and that these girls knew what they were going to massage Watson for and it was a consensual agreement between both of them

DocumentCloud

www.documentcloud.org

Edit: Nvm this is his attorneys response not the actual courts findings. But it still is interesting to say the least

 

[Triplethreat]

 

[col63onel]

That is weak sauce

 

[bushwick_bill]

Is there a difference between something like this happening ‘without’ people knowing vs actively pursuing someone who has done this?

I teach at a Catholic school. The Catholic Church had probably the worst sex abuse scandal in history. That scandal broke well before I started teaching.

Now, everyone associated with the church in any capacity has mandated ongoing training on how react when you suspect a child is being abused. I feel very comfortable working there because I feel the organization is doing whatever it can.

People obviously left the church never to return, and they are totally justified in that. However, many stayed and still send their kids to catholic schools, and feel comfortable that their kids are safe.

So my thought is: does it make it worse that they actively sought Watson? Is it better to make amends after the fact?

Edit- let me add I am not trying to compare the severity of crimes between Watson and the church. More how the timing of allegations affects the credibility of the organization.

How do you feel about The Ohio State University bringing back Urban Meyer?

 

[The Hill]

 

[AZ_]

So I started reading some documents on the allegations, I was firmly in the camp that Watson is a huge creep and probably did this to some of these girls. After reading some of these I’m honestly not even sure he did anything inappropriate and that these girls knew what they were going to massage Watson for and it was a consensual agreement between both of them

DocumentCloud

www.documentcloud.org

Edit: Nvm this is his attorneys response not the actual courts findings. But it still is interesting to say the least

He definitely did some wrong here.



So did the employer, and likely the Texans as well who have little interest in anything other than getting Watson clear of his actions.

 

[col63onel]

How do you feel about The Ohio State University bringing back Urban Meyer?

They fired the guy who was responsible so I didn’t have an issue with it.

Edit - I’ll add I think the Strauss stuff was way more problematic

 

[Alec]

Predictable statement from Truck Stop Jimmy and his idiot wife.

 

[Real Deal]

I just want to point out its ridiculous to comment about "Browns lost a lifelong fan today" it's already a meme now.

Don't let the Browns be the reason you're no longer a fan, you shouldn't be a fan of the NFL if you want to get technical about the Watson situation. This is just a moment distracting people from the dark past of the game. Murderers, actual rapists, domestic abuse, drug abuse, and other criminal activities.

Yeah, I'm pretty tired of what Joe in Mississippi says. Jim Brown's history should've done been had you turning in your fan card.

 

[col63onel]

Predictable statement from Truck Stop Jimmy and his idiot wife.

It’s basically, “He’s a good football player and trust us he’s a good person”

 

[chrisrich91]

Didn’t expect much from the statements.

The Browns assuredly had to get the seal of approval on their statements from Deshaun’s attorney.

They can’t even talk about remorse or rehabilitation at this time because it insinuates guilt.

 

[Modest Mouse]

Those statements are terrible. Absolutely no recognition of the gravity of the pending claims against him. The situation is “complex” and “sensitive,” but they did “extensive investigations.” Embarrassing.