NFL, QB Watson to meet this week

Multiple outlets reported Monday that NFL officials will meet this week with Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson as the league continues to investigate whether he violated its personal-conduct policy.

Watson is facing 22 civil lawsuits from massage therapists accusing him of sexual misconduct and faces potential discipline from the league, which is looking into his actions while he was with the Texans.

Commissioner Roger Goodell said April 28 there was no timeline on any possible ruling on Watson.

† The Bears signed offensive lineman Zachary Thomas, a sixth-round pick, to a four-year rookie contract. Thomas started 29 games at tackle at San Diego State but moved to guard at Bears rookie minicamp this month.

† The Packers and cornerback Jaire Alexander have agreed to terms on a four-year, $84 million contract extension that includes a $30 million signing bonus, ESPN reported.

† The Falcons signed former Bears linebacker Nick Kwiatkoski to a one-year contract. He played for the Bears in 2016-19.