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NFL files motion for expedited briefing schedule in Brady appeal

A “very influential person in the NFL” appears to have been very wrong.

The NFL filed a motion for an expedited briefing schedule for their appeal in the Tom Brady case Friday, but a resolution isn’t expected until early next year. The league is appealing U.S. District Court Judge Richard Berman’s decision to vacate the New England Patriots quarterback’s four-game suspension in the Deflategate scandal.

Here's the key part of the motion by NFL and Brady to speed up appeal process. Indicates no ruling during 2015 season http://t.co/k1sKO5eHm4
Max Stendahl (@MaxLaw360) September 25, 2015

The NFL and NFL Players Association agreed to the expedited schedule in part because it will “ensure that the parties have the opportunity, in advance of the 2016 regular season, to know Mr.