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Bernie Kosar’s services ‘no longer desired or needed’ after placing $19K bet on Browns win

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Bernie Kosar’s services ‘no longer desired or needed’ after placing $19K bet on Browns win

Bernie Kosar placed a $19K bet on the Browns during the pregame radio show. He was told his services are no longer needed.

Bernie Kosar was removed from the pregame radio coverage for the season finale because he placed a $19,000 bet on the Browns winning. He was fired because of the bet. The NFL prohibits personnel from betting on any NFL game, practice or event.

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