NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says he sees no
avenue right now for a settlement with Tom Brady as the star
Patriots quarterback appeals his four-game ''Deflategate''
suspension.

Goodell told reporters Monday that the league will move forward
based on whether the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decides to
grant Brady's request for the full court to re-hear the case. A
three-judge panel from the appeals court in April reinstated
Brady's punishment for his role in using underinflated footballs
during the 2015 AFC championship game.

The type of appeal Brady is seeking is rarely granted.

Goodell spoke before Bills great Jim Kelly's 30th annual charity
golf tournament outside of Buffalo.

Goodell says he was right to discipline Brady under powers granted
the commissioner by the collective bargaining agreement with
players. He says it's important for the commissioner to be
responsible for matters involving the integrity and competitiveness
of games.  (Associated Press)

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