Former Cards exec Ryan Gold faces second state betting investigation

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has opened a second investigation into former Arizona Cardinals scouting executive Ryan Gold's alleged betting activity.

The probe follows an inquiry opened by the Arizona Department of Gaming in July. According to an ESPN report on Friday, the Massachusetts investigation focuses on unusual betting patterns in the state.

The NFL suspended Gold indefinitely in July after finding that he disclosed confidential draft information and participated in wagers involving football games.

Gold has filed an appeal. His hearing is scheduled for Sept. 23.

"There is absolutely zero substance to the claims made against Ryan Gold," Gold's attorney, Mike Caspino, told ESPN. "The NFL's investigation is so deeply flawed and so wrong. He will be vindicated next month in our appeal."

NFL rules prohibit league and club employees from betting on sports, assisting others with wagers or providing information that is not available to the public. The league determined that Gold disclosed inside information regarding Arizona's 2026 draft picks prior to their announcement. Additionally, investigators found that he took part in parlays involving NFL and college football games.

Gold was in his 13th season with the organization and his second as director of college scouting. He was promoted to the position in June 2025 after three seasons as Arizona's assistant director of college scouting. He previously spent four years as the team's college scouting coordinator.

Both investigations are ongoing.

--Field Level Media