Following the release of the Ted Wells report, Robert Kraft released a statement disputing the findings of the 243-page document. Now, after the NFL handed down a stiff penalty last week, the New England Patriots owner is talking and remains fervent in his team's innocence.
In an interview with The MMQB's Peter King, Kraft reiterated his support for Tom Brady, who was given a four-game suspension for his role in deflating footballs and not cooperating with the NFL's investigation. Asked directly if the quarterback is innocent, Kraft responded:
"Yes.