Skip and Shannon have strong reactions to latest report about Watson's punishment
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22 June 2022
Skip Bayless and Shannon Sharpe react to Deshaun Watson settling 20 of the 24 lawsuits against him on Tuesday. Both Skip and Shannon believe settling these cases was the right move for Watson, but league VP of communications Brian McCarthy has stated that settling the cases will have no impact on punishment.
Finally, the guys react to an article in USA Todayreporting that the NFL will seek a full year suspension.
"Three people with knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports that they expect the NFL will push for a one-year suspension. The people spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak on behalf of the NFL."
Both Skip and Shannon conclude that anything less than one year seems pretty unlikely at this point, but this could come with some complications for commissioner Roger Goodel. Especially when an appeal takes place, which seems like the favorite at this point because one side is not going to be happy with the decision.
Check out the video above for the full discussion.
Important factors that could give Astros the edge in series opener against Giants
Mar 31, 2025, 10:24 am
San Francisco Giants (2-1) vs. Houston Astros (2-1)
Houston; Monday, 8:10 p.m. EDT
Pitching Probables:
Giants: Jordan Hicks (0-0)
Astros: Ronel Blanco (0-0)
BetMGM Sportsbook Line: Astros -124, Giants +104; over/under is 8 1/2 runs
Series opener preview
The Houston Astros kick off a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants on Monday night. Both teams enter the matchup with identical 2-1 records after securing series wins to open the season.
Houston, coming off an 88-73 season in 2024, looks to build on its early success at Daikin Park. The Astros were strong at home last year, posting a 46-35 record while averaging 4.6 runs per game. Their pitching staff held opponents to 4.0 runs per game, a key factor in their success.
San Francisco, after an 80-82 season in 2024, is aiming for a stronger campaign. The Giants posted a sub-.500 road record (38-43) last year but showcased a solid offensive approach with a .396 slugging percentage and .701 OPS as a team.
The series opener will feature a matchup between Houston’s Ronel Blanco and San Francisco’s Jordan Hicks, both making their season debuts on the mound. Blanco is looking to solidify his spot in the Astros' rotation, while Hicks transitions from a bullpen role to a starter for the Giants.
Injury Report
Houston is dealing with several injuries, with key pitchers Lance McCullers Jr., Cristian Javier, Luis Garcia, and J.P. France all on the injured list. The Giants are also without catcher Tom Murphy (back) and outfielder Jerar Encarnacion (finger).
With both teams seeking to build momentum early in the season, this series could provide an early glimpse into their respective playoff aspirations.
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