From what I have read, 11 of the 12 balls were 2psi low. That means 9.5 psi or less.
But I understand your point - they shouldn’t be penalized because they got away with it!
Its a matter of proof.
The balls were deflated.
(I am intentionally exaggerating here)
How do we know who did it?
Are the players who touch the ball supposed to know what the pressure is?
Are the refs supposed to test the ball before each play?
We are blaming Brady, but is there any proof?
How do we know the Refs used a calibrated gauge? It seems to me that the pressure of the ball was consistent..
This could go on all day and night.
No equipment guy is going to talk. Unless they have video of someone putting in the needle and sucking out air, they have nothing. Circumstantial at best.
Can you see how silly this is?
Fine the Pats 25K and move on and deal with this after the season is over. Kraft will take that much out of his sock money.