The NFL suspended four players on Thursday for violating the league’s gambling policy, with three banned for at least one season for betting on NFL games.
Isaiah Rodgers and Rashod Berry of the Indianapolis Colts and free agent Demetrius Taylor were all suspended indefinitely, and at least through the conclusion of the 2023 season, for betting on league games in 2022.
Nicholas Petit-Frere of the Tennessee Titans was suspended for the team’s first six regular-season games of 2023 season for betting on non-NFL sports at the club facility.
Rodgers, Berry and Taylor can petition for reinstatement at the end of the upcoming season.
The Colts waived Rodgers and Berry following the announcement of their indefinite suspensions.
“We have made the following roster moves as a consequence of the determination that these players violated the league’s gambling policy,” said Colts general manager Chris Ballard said in a statement following the release of Rodgers and Berry.
“The integrity of the game is of the utmost importance. As an organization we will continue to educate our players, coaches, and staff on the policies in place and the significant consequences that may occur with violations.”
Rodgers had issued a statement on June 5 saying he takes “full responsibility” for his actions.
The NFL’s gambling policy prohibits anyone in the league from engaging in any form of gambling in any club or league facility or venue, including the practice facility.
“We have been made aware of Nick’s suspension by the league,” the Titans said in a statement. “We believe in Nick and know that he has deep respect for the integrity of the game and our organization.
“We will continue to emphasize to our players the importance of understanding and adhering to league rules and policies.”
Thursday’s suspensions are just the latest related to gambling.
In April, the league suspended Lions receivers Jameson Williams, Quintez Cephus, Stanley Berryhill and safety C.J. Moore, and Washington Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney for violating the gambling policy.
