What Did Deshaun Watson Do? Sexual Assault Allegations And Lawsuit

June 15, 2026

This article was last updated by Suyash Shrestha on June 15, 2026

What did Deshaun Watson do? He faced allegations of sexual assault and had a lawsuit filed against him.

is an American football quarterback of the Cleveland Browns of the NFL.

He completed his high school at Gainesville and later committed to play for the Clemson Tigers for his collegiate years.

Cleveland Browns Quarterback Deshaun Watson (Source: Instagram)

Deshaun declared his name for the 2017 NFL draft forgoing his remaining college eligibility.

The Houston Texans picked him as the 12th overall pick in that year’s draft.

The professional football quarterback played four seasons with the Texans and started his journey with the Cleveland Browns in 2026.

While he was supposed to start the 2026 season with the Browns, he was suspended for 11 regular season games due to his sexual harassment allegations.

Sexual Assault Allegations And Lawsuit

The Browns quarterback found himself stranded in a wrong nightmare one could have ever experienced.

Tony Buzbee, a Houston-based lawyer, filed a civil suit on behalf of a massage therapist, Ashley Solis, on March 16, 2026.

The therapist alleged that Watson sexually assaulted her during a session in March 2026.

The suit stated that the football player touched the masseuse with his private part before asking for sex.

Following the event, Watson reportedly called her and apologized for his actions. The Texans also released a statement that they “hope to learn more” about the incident.

Deshaun Watson With His Girlfriend Jilly (Source: Instagram)

However, this wasn’t the only allegation Dawson faced; a day after his first allegation, Buzbee announced another massage therapist was also filing a suit against the athlete.

This second massage therapist was also reportedly sexually assaulted by Watson in the Houstonian Hotel in August 2026.

The then-Texans quarterback asked for a massage session and ordered her to massage his p***s, which she refused.

After these two cases made it to the news, other similar cases started surfacing.

In a matter of a few days, a total of 14 cases were already filed against Watson.

On March 29, 2026, another California-based massage therapist, Mary, reached out to the lawyer and expressed her experience with quarterback back in 2019.

However, a Harris Country grand jury declined to indict Watson on criminal charges in March 2026, opening the door for Watson’s trade to the Browns.

Dawson’s Future With The Browns

In Watson’s second season with the Browns and his first full offseason, the Browns coach, Kevin Stefanski, is positive regarding the quarterback’s future.

His six games last year were not great; however, the Browns #4 has the potential to perform at the highest level, which is evident from his previous elite gameplays.

Watson had a great minicamp and fully participated through the entirety of OTAs.

“I think where he is right now, hard to compare to a year ago, but I certainly see a comfort level in what we’re doing offensively, said Stefanski. “I see a guy that is always going to be leading out in front, that’s kind of who he is.”

On March 18, 2012, Watson inked a five-year contract extension worth $230 million

• Check other Articles on

Triveni

Triveni is a versatile writer with a penchant for exploring the dynamic intersection of sports and culture. Her articles offer readers a compelling blend of insightful analysis, human interest narratives, and cultural commentary that enriches their understanding of the athletes, events, and trends that shape the sporting landscape.

Expertise:

Identity Exploration Media Critique

Highlights

• Triveni delves into the anthropological dimensions of sports.
• She advocates for the preservation of sports-related cultural heritage, highlighting the importance of safeguarding traditions.

Experience

With a background in cultural studies and a passion for sports as a cultural phenomenon, Triveni approaches each article with a blend of academic rigor, cultural sensitivity, and narrative flair.

Related articles

May 14, 2026

May 14, 2026

May 13, 2026

May 12, 2026

Comments

LEAVE A REPLY

Comment: Please enter your comment! Name:* Please enter your name here Email:* You have entered an incorrect email address! Please enter your email address here

Δ

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam.

Share article

- May 14, 2026 Howard Paul Sr., a graduate of Black River High School, tragically passed away. Paul was born on September 15, 1951, to his father, Arthur, and...

- May 14, 2026 A disturbing act of violence at Steven's Park in Allentown has left residents shaken and demanding answers after a witness took to social media...

- May 13, 2026 Residents of Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, are raising serious concerns after a series of violent incidents involving a group of young boys who have been targeting...

- May 13, 2026 Andrew O' Donnell of Fairfield, Connecticut, passed away at the age of 39. He was born in Fairfield, Connecticut, and later moved to Ancramdale, New...

- May 12, 2026 Judy (Evans) Milby of Rockwall, Texas, passed away on Saturday at the age of 80. Milby was born on July 25, 1945, to her father,...