(Reuters) - The NFL suspended New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady without pay for the first four games of the 16-game season, fined the franchise $1 million and took away two draft picks on Monday for their role in Deflategate.
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While harsh, the punishment is not the most severe in the world of sport for a player or franchise.