The Roosters gave no indication as to how long either player would be stood down for, with Watts' future to be determined when he fronts the Roosters board to answer a breach notice.
The club will be guided by medical professionals in determining the course of action in Carney's rehabilitation, with the Dally M medal winner having struggled to deal with his alcohol-related issues over the past few months.
"Todd Carney hasn't been accused of anything unlawful, he has however broken club rules and failed the goals he set himself,'' Roosters chief executive Steve Noyce said.
"In regards to Todd, the club's next step will be subject to professional and medial advice that we are in the process of obtaining.''
Speaking at a press conference this evening NRL CEO David Gallop said Carney was a "unique case."
"He's very much a troubled person at the moment and that makes me sad to hear.''
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