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NFLPA Says Roger Goodell Can’t Hear Tom Brady Appeal, Troy Vincent Not Allowed To Levy Punishment

The NFLPA released their appeal letter sent to Troy Vincent today, and boy oh boy was there some interesting nuggets to be found.

First, here is the full letter:

Dear Troy,

We are in receipt of the discipline notice you issued on May 11, 2015, which imposes a four-game suspension without pay on New England Patriots Quarterback Tom Brady. This letter serves as notice of the NFLPA and Mr. Brady’s disciplinary appeal on at least the following grounds:

First, as both Mr. Brady’s discipline letter and the NFL’s public statements make clear, you were tasked by Commissioner Goodell to determine whether Mr.