The Pittsburgh Steelers complained about the New England Patriots for headsets going out on Thursday night, even though the Patriots likely had nothing to do with it and it affected them too, and for movements before the snap by New England's defense, although it appears no rules were broken.
Paranoia is a strong force. And Patriots' opponents are being swept up in the current.
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However, the constant talk about the Patriots' shenanigans casts a shadow over the Pats franchise.