That was before airwaves were inundated with commercials about wagering on fantasy football, actual final scores and even live-action odds. "When I was in Chicago, (former commissioner) Paul Tagliabue came to town and told a teammate the league knew he was hanging out with a friend who owned a casino and told him he could not do that anymore." “The NFL has always taken an aggressive approach with players and gambling," Miller said. Moore and Washington Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney were suspended indefinitely, while Lions wide receivers Stanley Berryhill and Jameson Williams have been suspended six games. Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus and safety C.J. The NFL has suspended five players for violating the league’s gambling policy on Friday, April 21, 2023. Lions receivers Stanley Berryhill and Jameson Williams were each suspended six games for betting from an NFL facility on non-NFL games.ĭetroit Lions wide receiver Stanley Berryhill (83) runs against the New York Giants during an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. Moore and Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney were suspended through at least the 2023 season for betting on NFL games last season. Lions receiver Quintez Cephus and safety C.J. The NFL suspended five players last week for violating the league’s gambling policy. They have seminars and stuff up in the locker room to educate them.” "That being said, the players are well aware of the rules. “Soon, you’ll be able to make bets in (most) NFL stadiums," Miller added. “You can’t lie in bed with the devil, and not think you’re going to get burned. “I think it’s hypocritical," said former Steelers and Bears quarterback Jim Miller.
So, is it two-faced for the league that has so embraced legalized wagering to suspend some of its players for betting on football games and other sporting events from their phones like millions of NFL fans are constantly encouraged to do?
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