AP
Setting aside for these purposes important questions regarding the quality of the Ted Wells investigation and the core question of whether sufficient evidence exists to conclude that the Patriots tampered with football air pressure, the decision of the NFL to punish quarterback Tom Brady and the franchise but not coach Bill Belichick seems a bit unusual, for multiple reasons.
First, Belichick has a reputation for knowing everything. The organizations oozes discipline. And Belichick prides himself on military-style secrecy and control. If he truly didn’t know, it’s safe to say he’s livid about that.
Second, Saints coach Sean Payton lost an entire season despite not knowing what former defensive coordinator Gregg Williams was doing regarding bounties.