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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / August 3

Third-Year DL Rewarding Broncos' Patience in Training Camp

While Eyioma Uwazurike was a draft pick under the experiment of the botched Nathaniel Hackett regime, Sean Payton stuck with the young defensive lineman after he was suspended for a year.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 29

Broncos HC Excited Over Return of 'Infectious' Defender

With the Denver Broncos starved for depth along the defensive line, head coach Sean Payton has welcomed the return of former fourth-round pick Eyioma Uwazurike, who's participating fully in training camp for the first time in over two calendar years.

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Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / July 19

Eyioma Uwazurike looks to build off second-chance season with Broncos

Now entering his third season, Uwazurike is looking to find a spot on a loaded Broncos defensive line. Eyioma Uwazurike is still best known for the gambling scandal he was linked to in 2022.

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Eyioma Uwazurike gets second chance with Broncos after returning from suspension

The NFL placed an indefinite suspension on Denver Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike on July 24, 2023, after he violated the league’s gambling policy.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 27, 2024

NFL summarizes gambling policy with 'six main rules' for players

After the NFL handed down an indefinite suspension to Denver Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike last summer, coach Sean Payton blasted the (lack of) clarity in the league’s gambling policy.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 7, 2024

3 Broncos players change jersey numbers after roster changes

Players have been coming and going at Denver Broncos training camp this week, and jersey numbers are changing hands accordingly. Because he was not technically on the roster while suspended, the Broncos gave away defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike‘s No.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 6, 2024

Sean Payton comments on Eyioma Uwazurike returning after gambling suspension

Denver Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike was reinstated by the NFL on Monday following a gambling suspension that lasted just over one year. Uwazurike said in a statement that he has learned from his mistakes, and the Broncos have welcomed him back to the team.

Denver Broncos News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5, 2024

Broncos DL gets big news from NFL following gambling suspension

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Broncos defensive lineman reinstated by NFL after gambling charges dropped

The 2024 NFL season is just a month away and roster moves are going to take place. The Denver Broncos got good news regarding defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike, who was suspended for 2023 after being investigated for gambling charges including his time in the NFL and with Iowa State.

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Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5, 2024

Broncos DL Eyioma Uwazurike reinstated from gambling suspension

Eyioma Uwazurike is back in the fold as of Monday. The Broncos defensive lineman has been reinstated from his 2023 gambling suspension, per a league announcement.

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Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / August 5, 2024

Denver Broncos get amazing news on a player they have been without for over a year

The Denver Broncos have been without one NFL player for over a year. And, now they will be getting him back. It seems like in the last few years gambling has grown immensely.

Denver Broncos News / Broncos Wire / August 2, 2024

Broncos expect DL Eyioma Uwazurike to be reinstated by NFL

After being suspended for more than a year, Denver Broncos defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike might be on the verge of returning to the team. “I think there’s good news on his front,” Broncos coach Sean Payton said Thursday.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / August 1, 2024

Sean Payton expects IDL Eyioma Uwazurike to be back with the team soon

The former fourth round pick was suspended by the league last year but it sounds like he’ll be reinstated and back with the team shortly. According to Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton, he expects defensive lineman Eyioma Uwazurike to be back with the team soon.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 30, 2024