Jimmy, Dee Haslam Explain Browns Trading for Deshaun Watson Following Backlash

Tim Daniels

March 20, 2022 at 12:14 PM·1 min read

The Cleveland Browns released statements from key members of the organization after they officially announced a trade to acquire quarterback Deshaun Watson from the Houston Texans.

Watson's move comes after a Texas grand jury declined to indict him on nine criminal complaints related to allegations of harassment and sexual misconduct toward women he hired for massage sessions. He still faces 22 civil lawsuits.

The Browns have received backlash for the trade and giving the quarterback a fully guaranteed five-year, $230 million contract amid the ongoing legal proceedings. Below are the statements.

Team owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam:

General manager Andrew Berry:

Head coach Kevin Stefanski:

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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