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Browns trading for Deshaun Watson: Here’s why the QB’s new contract suggests a 2022 NFL suspension is likely

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The Browns aren’t just surrendering a lucrative draft haul to acquire embattled Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, reportedly agreeing Friday to send Houston a package of picks, including three first-rounders, despite Watson still facing 22 civil lawsuits alleging sexual assault or misconduct. They’re not just fully guaranteeing a reported five-year, $230 million contract for Watson, making him the NFL’s second-highest-paid QB behind only Aaron Rodgers. They’ve also built Watson’s new deal to help the QB avoid severe financial penalties in the event he’s suspended in 2022, according to NFL Media.

Watson’s 2022 pay will come almost exclusively in the…

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