You do know that every team attempts to steal signals, right? Have you noticed that every coach covers his mouth with a sheet of paper during games, to prevent lip-reading?
When the Jets lodged their complaint against Belichick, what Belichick was doing was against league policy. It was a violation of the rules, and just plain stupid.
But two months prior, EVERY team was doing this. That's why the commissioner sent out a letter telling EVERY team to stop. Belichick didn't stop.
Yes, what he did was wrong, but it was not the end of the world, as some people make it out to be.
And if you haven't noticed, they've had a pretty good record since "Spygate."
Do you notice every team runs pic plays...
Beli-ache’s “spygate” corruption caused the Broncos grief and embarrassment because of his protege Josh McDaniels bringing it to Denver. He illegally spied on the 49ers in London then lied about it. Other teams complained about his illegal tactics also.
Thankfully, the Broncos fired his ass.