Deshaun Watson of the Browns faces new allegations of sexual assault in connection with lewd act

Following the Browns’ Week 1 loss, it has come to light that Cleveland quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing additional allegations of inappropriate behavior by another woman.

In a new report from ProFootballTalk’s Mike Florio, Watson faces a lawsuit in Houston for allegations of sexual assault and battery, as well as intentional infliction of emotional distress while Watson and the unnamed woman were on a date. The legal filing against Watson has been filed under “Jane Doe.”

The woman claims Watson appeared naked before her unannounced when the two returned to her Houston apartment without her consent.

The allegations of sexual misconduct against the Cleveland Browns quarterback regarding inappropriate behavior toward massage therapists have been well documented.

There were numerous complaints about his behavior, including reports of unwanted advances and non-consensual physical contact. In total, 22 lawsuits were filed against Watson, with renowned attorney Tony Buzbee representing these women.

The new filing was also driven by Buzbee's legal team.

Houston attorney Tony Buzbee meets with the press. (Photo by Robert Daemmrich Photography Inc/Corbis via Getty Images)

Details of the lawsuit against Deshaun Watson

The complaint states (as transmitted on PFT):

“When Watson finally arrived at Doe's apartment, Doe had not finished applying makeup, so she invited Watson to sit in her living room while she got ready. While she was applying makeup in her bathroom, Doe left the bathroom door open and attempted to have a conversation with Watson to ease the tension after his outburst. Jane Doe quickly began to believe she was talking to herself because Watson was unresponsive.

“Jane Doe came out of her bathroom to investigate Watson's silence and was shocked to find him completely naked on her bed, lying face down on his stomach. While Jane Doe stood there in shock, Watson turned his head and aggressively insisted that she massage him, pointing to his buttocks. Jane Doe asked if Watson meant he wanted her to massage his back, but Watson indicated that he wanted his buttocks massaged.

CLEVELAND, OHIO – SEPTEMBER 8: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at Huntington Bank Field on September 8, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cowboys defeated the Browns 33-17. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images)

“Jane Doe was scared to death at this point in the encounter. She was in her small apartment with a much larger man and still in shock from Watson's outburst of anger and aggression on the phone. Doe tried to appease Watson by rubbing his back instead of his buttocks. Watson again insisted that she focus on his glutes. Seemingly frustrated that Doe was only rubbing his back, Watson then turned around, revealing an erection. Watson continued to demand that Jane Doe massage him, pointing from his knees to his groin. Jane Doe froze in fear, not knowing how to reject Watson's advances without compromising her safety. Confused and frightened, she repeated to Watson that she was not a masseuse. Watson asked her what she wanted to do instead.

“Before Jane Doe could respond, Watson grabbed Jane Doe's leg and positioned her so that she was lying down. Watson then partially undressed Jane Doe and penetrated her vagina without express or implied consent. Jane Doe felt paralyzed and was unsure whether to risk her safety by attempting to stop Watson or endure his attack. Watson roughly abused Jane Doe in a “missionary position” for several minutes before grabbing her and turning her over. Watson continued to aggressively attack Doe from behind. Jane Doe eventually mustered the courage and strength to escape Watson. Jane Doe quickly ran to her dresser to grab a heavy decorative piece in self-defense and yelled at Watson [to] Out of her apartment. Furious, Watson stormed out of Jane Doe's apartment.”

As OutKick's Dan Zaksheske previously reported, the NFL suspended Watson in 2021 over allegations of sexual assault and subsequent civil lawsuits.

When he returned to play, Watson attributed his problematic off-field behavior to the lack of a father figure.

“When I was a little kid, I didn't think about the NFL. I didn't know I was going to make it out of high school,” Watson said. “I never had a father figure in my life. I probably saw him four times.”

Watson revealed on Sunday that he had been struggling with the loss of his father last week ahead of the Browns' season debut.

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (4) looks on during Browns OTAs on May 25, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Getty Images).

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