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Originally Posted by ESPN Twitter
From Troy Vincent’s letter to the Pats:
"It is impossible to determine whether this activity had an effect on the outcome of games. ... There seems little question that the outcome of the AFC Championship Game was not affected. But this has never been a significant factor in assessing discipline. … Violations that diminish the league's reputation for integrity and fair play cannot be excused simply because the precise impact on the final score cannot be determined."
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One of the conditions to the punishment agreements was for the Pats to not appeal while Brady will since he wasn't involved in those talks.