New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has been banned for four matches by the NFL for his part in the deflategate scandal.
The 37-year-old was found to be generally aware that members of his side's equipment staff had deflated footballs in the Patriots' win over the Indianapolis Colts in the AFC championship game, and has been duly punished by the league.
The news has sent shockwaves through the NFL, and Brady's teammates have reacted with fury.
Cleveland Browns safety Donte Whitner and New York Giants punter Steve Weatherford believe that the punishment on the four-time Super Bowl champion was too severe.
However, Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson and linebacker Sean Weatherspoon have backed the actions by the NFL.