An NFL logo on a goal post pad before a preseason NFL football game between the Detroit Lions and the Cleveland Browns at Ford Field in Detroit, Aug. 9, 2014.

Former players helped the NFL educate current players about the league’s sports betting policies during the annual training camp visits.

Each head coach was also asked to kick off the educational sessions to emphasize the importance of the topic. At least 15 players have been suspended by the league for gambling violations since 1963, including several in recent years but none last season.

“We have about 20 (former players) that are participating in the education program,” said Sabrina Perel, NFL vice president/chief compliance officer.

“I had terrific instances co-presenting with a legend, and, without calling out anyone in part

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