Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers Sr. confirmed reports that he has been gambling on NFL games by apologizing for his actions on social media Monday night.
Rodgers was reported to be the unnamed Colts player who was being investigated by the NFL for multiple violations of the league’s gambling policy due to «widespread» betting. SportsHandle.com was the first to cite the investigation, stating that the unidentified player placed hundreds of bets, including on his own team.
Sports Illustrated later revealed Rodgers as the player being referenced in the investigative report, with Rodgers confirming this in his apology on social media.
«In addressing the current reports, I want to take full responsibility for my actions,» Rodgers wrote. «I know I’ve made mistakes and I’m willing to do whatever it takes to fix the situation.»
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Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers (34) is under investigation by the NFL for violating the league’s betting policy. (Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
He continued: «The last thing I wanted to do was be a distraction to the Colts organization, my coaches and my teammates. I’ve let down people I care about. I made an error in judgment and I’m leaving.» work hard to make sure those mistakes are rectified through this process. It’s an honor to play in the NFL and I’ve never taken it lightly. I’m so sorry about all this.»
The Colts told ESPN that the organization is aware of the investigation but «will not comment further at this time.»
The NFL also declined to comment on the situation when contacted by Fox News Digital.
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Gambling has been a serious problem for the league this offseason, as a total of five players were suspended due to policy violations.
Four of those came from the Detroit Lions when receiver Quintez Cephus and safety CJ Moore were suspended indefinitely, and first-round picks Jameson Williams and Stanley Berryhill were handed a six-game suspension for the upcoming season.
The Lions ultimately released Cephus, Moore and Berryhill, while keeping Williams, their 2022 No. 12 overall pick on the roster to serve out his suspension in 2023.
The Washington Commanders also suspended safety Shaka Toney indefinitely for violating policy.
Rodgers confirmed that he is the player being investigated by the NFL for violating the league’s betting policy in an apology on social media Monday night. (Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
Although the NFL has been steadfast in moving towards legalized sports betting, it has been cracking down on what goes on within the league.
Atlanta Falcons Pro Bowl receiver Calvin Ridley received a one-year suspension last year after an investigation found he was betting on NFL games while sidelined for five games for mental health reasons.
The Falcons then traded Ridley to the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he will return to the field this season following his reinstatement in March. He apologized for his actions once his reinstatement was approved.
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The NFL has strict policies against players betting on their own team, which is standard in professional sports, but they are legally allowed to bet on other non-league sports as long as the bets are not placed on the team’s premises.
Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers Sr. (34) warms up before the NFL football game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Indianapolis Colts on December 26, 2022 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana . (Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
Rodgers has earned his playing time since being drafted, recording nine starts out of the 15 games he played in his junior year with the Colts in 2022. He racked up three interceptions, 90 combined tackles and 10 passes defensed in 45 regular-season games. until now.
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Rodgers is expected to receive an extended suspension, as seen on multiple occasions with similar offenses committed by players in the past.