The National Football League is suspending five players for violating its policy on gambling. Four of those players are with the Detroit Lions.
The N-F-L suspended three players indefinitely – two Detroit Lions and one member of the Washington Commanders – who reportedly bet on pro football games…something the league strictly prohibits.
A review found the players did not use inside information to make the bets. Detroit immediately released the players involved.
Two other Lions received six-game suspensions for gambling on non-N-F-L sports while at a team facility.
That includes Jameson Williams – a college superstar recovering from a knee injury…who was set to be a key part of Detroit’s team this year.
The N-F-L itself has reached lucrative partnership agreements with several sports betting organizations.