Rusty Hardin said the FBI contacted his legal team, saying they were "investigating a matter as to whether one of Mr. [Tony] Buzbee's clients had committed extortion."
The attorney representing the women who filed 22 active lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct against the Texans QB said the FBI has met with several of his clients.
The newly filed lawsuit alleges Watson committed sexual misconduct during two massage sessions. Five accusers have reportedly spoken to Houston police.