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NFL suspends players from Lions and Commanders for gambling policy violations

By Lawrence Dow

Updated April 21, 2023 1:18 PM

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) is pressured to throw the ball early by Washington Commanders’ defensive end Shaka Toney (58) during the first half of an NFL football game, Toney was suspened by the NFL on Friday for a violation of the gambling policy. Alex Brandon AP

The NFL has suspended three players indefinitely and two for six games for violating the league’s gambling policy, according to a report from NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Quintez Cephus, Lions defensive back C.J. Moore and Washington Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney allegedly bet on NFL games, and were suspended indefinitely.

Cesphus and Moore have been released, according to a statement by the Lions.

Detriot Lions wide receivers Jameson Williams and Stanley Berryhill were suspended for six games each.

According to Rapoport, Williams and Berryhill were betting on college games inside NFL facilities, which was the reason for their lesser suspension.

This story was originally published April 21, 2023 at 1:06 PM.

Lawrence Dow

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Lawrence Dow is a digital sports reporter from Philadelphia. He graduated with a master’s degree in journalism from USC. He’s passionate about movies and is always looking for a great book. He covers the Texas Rangers and other sports.

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