NFL star confesses to crippling gambling addiction just days before he's set to appear in the playoffs
Daily Mail Online
NFL player Kayshon Boutte revealed a $90,000 gambling loss and addiction struggle before his playoff game.Summary
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte publicly confessed to a crippling gambling addiction in an essay for The Players' Tribune, revealing he lost approximately $90,000. The addiction began during his time at LSU after an ankle injury, leading to compulsive betting on FanDuel. Boutte described a desperate cycle of chasing losses and hitting 'rock bottom,' even facing an arrest warrant in 2024 related to underage gambling, though charges were later dropped. He credits his father and the Patriots organization for supporting his recovery, and is now preparing for the playoffs, having had a successful season with 33 receptions for 551 yards and six touchdowns.
(Source：Daily Mail Online)