NFL rules forced Saquon Barkley to sell his interest in Polymarket
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- Eagles running back Saquon Barkley revealed he had to sell his stake in Polymarket, a leading prediction-market company, due to NFL restrictions.
- Barkley confirmed he previously held equity in Polymarket but was forced to exit because players are not allowed to have such investments.
- The NFL permits team owners to own up to 5% of sportsbook companies, provided they do not manage wagering operations, but does not disclose ownership details.
- The league's policies on player and owner investments in prediction markets remain unclear, highlighting potential inconsistencies in its approach to sports betting involvement.
