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the sexual assault and rape lawsuit filed against receiver Antonio Brown. And the statement says plenty about the NFL’s response to the situation.“We are aware of the civil lawsuit that was filed earlier today against Antonio Brown Infant Byron Cowart Jersey , as well as the response by Antonio’s representatives,” the Patriots said. “We take these allegations very seriously. Under no circumstance does this organization condone sexual violence or assault. The league has informed us that they will be investigating. We will have no further comment while that investigation takes place.”While the league has not responded to a request for comment from PFT, the team’s statement makes it clear that the NFL will exercise its prerogative to explore the matter. Because no criminal investigation is pending, the league need not wait to investigate. Because the plaintiff in the lawsuit, Britney Taylor, has expressed a willingness to cooperate with the NFL Byron Cowart Jersey Draft , the league should face no obstacles, given its inability to subpoena non-employees of the league or its teams.Depending on the information obtained, Brown could be placed on the Commissioner-Exempt list while the investigation proceeds. He also could be disciplined by the league even in the absence of an arrest or conviction.The statement also implies that the Patriots will be taking no action while the investigation proceeds. In 1996, the Patriots rescinded their rights to fifth-round draft pick Christian Peter based on a string of arrests while in college at Nebraska. Given that Brown has denied the allegations made against him, it’s impossible at this point to know whether he has any actual responsibility. If the league finds that Brown engaging in misconduct, the Patriots could choose to part ways with Brown. Last Week: 6-7Weeks 1 through 7: 48-51-4Home teams shown in bold. Odds taken from Odds Shark.Philadelphia (-3) vs. Jacksonville (London)Before the season started Byron Cowart NFL Jersey , the NFL was probably licking their chops at this London matchup. Now, it’s looked at as a matchup of two underperforming teams. The Jaguars have more issues, though.. especially on offense.<em>Pick: Philadelphia (-3)</em>Baltimore (-2.5) vs. Carolina Justin Tucker missing that extra point to tie last Sunday was craaaaaaaaazy. He was 222 for 222 on XP’s prior to that miss. That’s football, I guess.<em>Pick: Baltimore (-2.5)</em>Pittsburgh (-8) vs. ClevelandEven though they’re 2-4-1, the Browns are 5-2 ATS this season. I don’t think it’s crazy to think they keep it close here, especially if their defense keeps forcing turnovers.<em>Pick: Cleveland (+8)</em>Kansas City (-10) vs. DenverKC is rolling Byron Cowart NFL Draft , and the Broncos have had to deal with the drama of Chad Kelly all week long. Mahomes & crew win going away.<em>Pick: Kansas City (-10)</em>Chicago (-7.5) vs. New York JetsAlthough some of the better QBs in the league have found success against the Bears defense, Darnold is a QB that that D can prey on.<em>Pick: Chicago (-7.5)</em>Detroit (-3) vs. SeattleKerryon Johnson is going to be good for a long time, and Matt Stafford has bounced back from a slow start to his season.Remember when people were writing off the Lions & Matt Patricia after week one?<em>Pick: Detroit (-3)</em>Cincinnati (-3.5) vs. Tampa BayThe young Bengals might not be as good as their hot start indicated, but they’re not as bad as they played last week. They’ll come out with a chip on their shoulder in this one.<em>Pick: Cincinnati (-3.5)</em>Washington (-1) vs. New York Giants The Giants are bound to win one of these soon, right? <em>Right</em>?<em>Pick: New York Giants (+1)</em>Indianapolis (-3) vs. OaklandBet you didn’t know that Andrew Luck has thrown 15 touchdown passes in his last four games. Those whispers that he might not be what he once was coming off injury are getting quieter and quieter.<em>Pick: Indianapolis (-3)</em>Los Angeles Rams (-9) vs. Green BayThe Rams are frighteningly good, but the Packers are coming off a bye and getting healthier. In front of plenty of cheesheads in LA Byron Cowart Buffalo Bills Jersey , they keep it close.<em>Pick: Green Bay (+9)</em>San Francisco (-1) vs. Arizona Yuck.<em>Pick: Arizona (+1)</em>Minnesota (-1) vs. New OrleansHow many times will the Minnesota Miracle be shown on the Sunday Night broadcast? Probably a lot. This game should be excellent.<em>Pick: Minnesota (-1)</em>New England (-14) vs. BuffaloFor some reason, I really considered taking Bills +14 here…. nah.<em>Pick: New England (-14)</em>