Saquon Barkley, the star running back for the Philadelphia Eagles, has revealed that he was forced to sell his stake in a prediction market platform due to NFL rules.
Barkley, a three-time Pro Bowler, made the comments to Front Office Sports, stating that any involvement with prediction markets is no longer allowed by the league. He had previously invested in Polymarket, a company that allows users to trade on the outcome of future events.
The NFL's ban on prediction markets is part of a broader policy aimed at preventing players from investing in or endorsing companies that facilitate gambling or prediction markets. This policy appears to be enforced even when other professional sports leagues have partnerships with similar companies, such as Polymarket.
Barkley's decision to divest his stake in Polymarket comes as the Eagles prepare to face the Washington Commanders on Sunday night. Despite being listed as questionable for the game, Barkley has continued to contribute to the team's offense, rushing for 244 yards this season.
The Eagles' 2-5 record has sparked speculation that the team may consider trading Barkley before the upcoming deadline. However, no official announcements have been made regarding any potential trades.
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