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There is More to Leagues Than Just Players When it Comes to Gambling Sports leagues have embraced gambling in the years since the Supreme Court allowed states to legalize sports betting beyond Nevada. Leagues have taken money from casinos and sportsbooks to attract fans. Despite claiming to prioritize game integrity, leagues still penalize players and … Read more
Confusion about the NFL’s gambling policy also affects team owners The NFL has contradictory rules regarding gambling, leading to confusion among owners, players, and other employees. While the league officially opposes gambling, it has also allowed owners to have up to five percent ownership in sports betting companies and profits from gambling. This creates potential … Read more
“N.F.L.’s Conflicting Signals as it Quickly Embraces Gambling” The N.F.L.’s acceptance of sports gambling has been rapid and far-reaching. Once shunning gambling, the league now earns profits from partnerships worth nearly $1 billion with sports betting companies. The move symbolizes the cultural shift in sports, with the N.F.L. taking a hands-on approach to shape the … Read more