NFL appealing Deshaun Watson's six-game suspension

The NFL is appealing independent disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson’s recommendation of a six-game suspension for Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.

The NFL is appealing independent disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson’s recommendation of a six-game suspension for Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the league will seek an indefinite suspension.

It will now be up to commissioner Roger Goodell to decide whether he or a designee will hear the appeal. Robinson’s ruling came after the league’s investigation into the sexual harassment and assault allegations levied against Watson.