A player for the Indianapolis Colts is in hot water for allegedly placing “hundreds of wagers” on sporting events over the past two years including some that involved his own team, Sports Handle initially reported Monday, keeping the player’s identity out. Cornerback Isaiah Rodgers, was later identified by ESPN, with Rodgers subsequently addressing the reports Monday night. “I know I have made mistakes and I am willing to do whatever it takes to repair the situation,” Rodgers wrote in a tweet. “The last thing I ever wanted to do was to be a distraction to the Colts organization, my coaches, and my teammates. I’ve let people down that I care about. I made an error in judgment and I am going to work hard to make sure that those mistakes are rectified through this process. It’s an honor to play in the NFL and I have never taken that lightly. I am very sorry for all of this.” The wagering goes against NFL rules, but the league and Colts still haven’t doled out punishment. A source told Sports Handle that the player allegedly wagered through “an account opened by an acquaintance.” In a statement to ESPN, Colts said: “We are aware of the NFL’s investigation and will have no further comment at this time.” As legal sports betting sweeps the country, the NFL has come down harsh on players who wager, suspending Atlanta Falcons star wideout Calvin Ridley for the entirety of last season.
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