According to his agent, Rusty Hardin, Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson will not face criminal charges. A grand jury determined on Friday determined that there was not enough to charge Watson with any crime. His 22 civil lawsuits alleging inappropriate behavior in his sessions with massage therapists remain open.
Fantasy Impact: While he is not completely out of the woods yet, this removes a major obstacle for Watson. Criminal charges would have almost certainly resulted in a suspension from the NFL. While the NFL could still discipline Watson on their own, the lack of criminal charges reduces the likelihood and potential severity of any suspension from the league. With this criminal hurdle cleared, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reports that the trade market for Watson is expected to ramp up quickly.
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