National Football League – Page 25

The N.F.L.’s Betting Penalties Put Ideal of ‘Integrity’ to the Test

The penalties have been harsh for players caught breaking the N.F.L.’s gambling rules. That’s partly because the league wants no insinuation that games might be rigged.

By Santul Nerkar and Emmanuel Morgan

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N.F.L. Suspends Three Players for Betting on Football in Latest Gambling Violations

The league suspended Isaiah Rodgers and Rashod Berry of the Indianapolis Colts and Demetrius Taylor, a free agent, for at least a full season. A fourth player received a six-game penalty for betting on other sports.

By Elena Bergeron

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NFLPA Selects New Executive Director to Replace DeMaurice Smith

Lloyd Howell was elected to replace DeMaurice Smith, the union’s executive director since 2009.

By Ken Belson

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Twins Lead AL Central With Losing Record at Midseason

The Minnesota Twins could join the ignominious list of postseason teams with losing records. But that’s nothing compared to what’s happening in the U.S.F.L.

By Victor Mather