The National Football League (NFL) has engaged former players during training camp to inform current athletes about the league’s regulations regarding sports betting.

Head coaches commenced each session to underscore the significance of adhering to these rules, as reported by the Associated Press. Since 1963, the league has suspended over 15 players for breaches of gambling policies, including several instances in recent years, although there have been no suspensions during the previous season.

Sabrina Perel, the NFL’s Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer, shared that around 20 former players are taking part in this educational initiative. “It was fantastic to co-present with a legendary figure, and, while I won’t single anyone out, the consistent theme across all sessions was noteworthy,” she stated. “There was a tangible sense of seriousness in the room, with players actively engaging to absorb the legends’ experiences and the core message.”

Prominent athletes such as Warrick Dunn, T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Torry Holt, Chad Pennington, and Steven Jackson were involved in the initiative, where they shared their personal stories and emphasized the need to safeguard the integrity of the sport.

All players, coaches, and staff members must comply with the league’s betting policies, which are formulated to avert any possible impact on the fairness of the game.