Deflategate

Deflategate was a controversy during the 2015 NFL season involving the New England Patriots. It centered on allegations that the team intentionally used balls with less air pressure than allowed, which could improve grip and control. The NFL conducted an investigation, finding that some balls were indeed underinflated and that team personnel appeared to have violated league rules. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was suspended temporarily, and the team was fined, with draft picks forfeited. The controversy highlighted concerns about fair play and led to debates over the significance of the air pressure differences in game performance.