On May 14, 2018, just after 10 a.m. ET, the United States Supreme Court struck down the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act of 1992, the federal statute that had restricted legal betting to primarily Nevada for 26 years. It was a landmark decision for two of America’s favorite pastimes: sports and gambling. States wasted […]
Continue readingRodgers is the subject of a league investigation into possible violations of the league’s gambling policy, including possible bets placed on Colts games. Rodgers acknowledged the situation on social media earlier this month, saying he takes “full responsibility” for his actions. The NFL said last week it planned to reinforce its gambling policy to players. […]
Continue readingINDIANAPOLIS — The NFL is investigating Indianapolis Colts cornerback and kick returner Isaiah Rodgers for possible violations of the league’s gambling policy. The team acknowledged the inquiry Monday, saying in a statement without naming Rodgers, “We are aware of the NFL’s investigation and will have no further comment at this time.” Rodgers then addressed the […]
Continue readingChicago’s top corner, who is entering his fourth NFL season, has not yet signed a new deal with the team that drafted him 50th overall in 2020. Johnson said last week on ESPN Radio’s “Keyshawn, JWill and Max” that his absence stemmed from wanting to spend time with his daughter and fundraise for his non-profit, […]
Continue readingJosh Allen thought back to his past not too long ago, back to when the Buffalo Bills quarterback could have never imagined what happened Wednesday becoming reality, when he was named as the cover athlete for the Madden NFL 24 video game. Back in high school in Firebaugh, California, or even in college at the […]
Continue readingEditor’s note: This piece originally ran May 22 and has been updated with Monday’s news that the league is investigating Isaiah Rodgers of the Indianapolis Colts, reportedly for wagering on the Colts, according to SportsHandle.com. Regulated sports betting is spreading rapidly around the nation, and the NFL is trying to stay ahead of potential problems […]
Continue readingEditor’s note: This piece originally ran May 22 and has been updated with Monday’s news that the league is investigating Isaiah Rodgers of the Indianapolis Colts, reportedly for wagering on the Colts, according to SportsHandle.com. In the wake of five players being suspended in April, the NFL is investigating a second wave of potential violations […]
Continue readingRodgers then addressed the situation in a tweet Monday night, saying that he wants to “take full responsibility” for his actions. “I know I have made mistakes and I am willing to do whatever it takes to repair the situation,” Rodgers wrote. “The last thing I ever wanted to do was to be a distraction […]
Continue readingThe 2022 NFL season will kick off a week from Thursday as the Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams host the Buffalo Bills (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC) — which means teams are cutting their rosters in preparation. Teams were required to cut to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Cuts came earlier as […]
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