Calvin Ridley suspension for gambling draws ire toward NFL
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley was suspended for the entire 2022 season on Monday after an investigation determined he was betting on games.
Ridley, 27, was entering his fifth year with the Falcons. He only played five games during the 2021 season. He had stepped away from the game in October to focus on his mental well-being.
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FILE – Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) makes a catch during the team’s NFL training camp football practice Monday, Aug. 9, 2021, in Flowery Branch, Ga. Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the 2022 season for betting on NFL games in the 2021 season.
(AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley warms up before an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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FALCONS’ CALVIN RIDLEY SUSPENDED THROUGH 2022 SEASON FOR BETTING ON NFL GAMES
“For decades, gambling on NFL games has been considered among the most significant violations of league policy warranting the most substantial sanction. In your case, I acknowledge and commend you for your promptly reporting for an interview, and for admitting your actions.”
The Falcons said in a statement they supported the league’s decision.
“We were first made aware of the league’s investigation on Feb. 9. We have cooperated fully with the investigation since receiving notice and support the league’s findings and actions. We are moving forward in the 2022 season with the decision that was made. With the decision that was made by the NFL, any further questions on the investigation should be directed to the league office,” the team said.
The wide receiver also commented on the suspension via Twitter.
Ridley is eligible to be reinstated next season.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) makes a diving touchdown reception in front of Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive back Ross Cockrell (43) during the second half of an NFL football game in Tampa, Florida, in this Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021, file photo.
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The NFL suspended former Arizona Cardinals defensive back Josh Shaw through the 2020 season for gambling on games while he was injured in 2019.
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