Broncos' Eyioma Uwazurike suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games

Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.

Denver Broncos defensive end Eyioma Uwazurike was suspended indefinitely for betting on NFL games during the 2022 season, the league announced Monday. 

This marks the tenth NFL player suspended for violating the league’s policy on gambling this year. 

Eyioma Uwazurike #96 of the Denver Broncos reacts after a tackle during the first half against the San Francisco 49ers at Empower Field At Mile High on September 25, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.  (Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

The NFL said in a statement that Uwazurike, a fourth-round draft pick from Iowa State, would miss the upcoming season for betting on games during his rookie season and will not be eligible for reinstatement until next July. 

PATRIOTS’ JONATHAN JONES PUSHES BACK ON NFL GAMBLING POLICY AMID WAVE OF SUSPENSIONS

"Our organization fully cooperated with this investigation and takes matters pertaining to the integrity of the game very seriously," the Broncos said in a statement.

"The Denver Broncos will continue to provide all members of our organization with the necessary education, resources and support to ensure compliance with the NFL’s gambling policy."

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) is brought down by Denver Broncos linebacker Baron Browning (56) and defensive end Eyioma Uwazurike(96) during the Denver Broncos game versus the Baltimore Ravens on December 4, 2022 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD.   (Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM

Uwazurike becomes the tenth NFL player suspended this offseason because gambling violations. 

Indianapolis Colts players Isaiah Rodgers and