New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady said Thursday he had "no knowledge" during Sunday's AFC Championship game about his team's alleged use of underinflated footballs.
"I didn't alter the ball in any way," he said.
Earlier Thursday, Patriots coach Bill Belichick said he also had no idea about the alleged tampering until after the game. The NFL is investigating the incident, though Brady said he had yet to speak with league representatives.
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