Tom Brady: NFL's deflated ball investigation is 'ridiculous'

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With a final score of 45-7, the New England Patriots absolutely trounced the Indianapolis Colts in yesterday's AFC Championship, but the victory has been overshadowed by the NFL's investigation into the possibility that the Patriots gained an edge by partially deflating the football. (A deflated football is purportedly easier to throw and catch.)

When asked about the NFL's investigation, Patriots quarterback Tom Brady didn't mince words, calling the deflated ball accusation "ridiculous."

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Scott Meslow

Scott Meslow is the entertainment editor for TheWeek.com. He has written about film and television at publications including The Atlantic, POLITICO Magazine, and Vulture.