Lions' Jameson Williams, suspended for gambling, says he 'wasn't aware' of NFL's betting policies

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Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Speaking for the first time since he was suspended six games for violating the NFL's gambling policies, Jameson Williams said he was taken aback by the punishment.

The Detroit Lions wide receiver was one of four players to be suspended by the league — three others will miss at least the entire 2023 season.

Taken with the 12th pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Williams admitted he wasn't well-tuned into the league's rules. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams celebrates after catching a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half of their NFL game in Detroit on Dec.

11, 2022. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson) "It hit me out the blue, and it hit a couple players on my team and around the league out the blue.

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