Bernie Kosar Sues Media Company Over Forced Bet Leading to Job Loss

The former Browns quarterback claims BIGPLAY Network compelled him to place a wager, violating NFL gambling rules and resulting in his firing.

Kosar alleges BIGPLAY Network required him to make a $19,000 bet, leading to his dismissal from Browns radio broadcasts.
The lawsuit seeks $850,000 in damages for breach of contract and alleged verbal assault by BIGPLAY's CEO Kendall Myles.
Kosar's bet on the Browns to beat the Steelers was intended to celebrate the launch of legal sports betting in Ohio.
The NFL prohibits team-affiliated personnel from gambling, which led to Kosar losing his $200,000-per-year job.
Kosar claims he was told he would not be liable for the wager, contradicting the actions that led to his firing.