That’s why the Pats are considered as lower than pond scum. They are so low, they think the rules apply only to the other teams. They don’t care if they get caught cheating, so they cheat if it will help them win.
Well, they are from New England. Liberals assume the other guy is going to play by the rules so they cheat.
Regardless, the whole thing is a tempest in a teapot. If the league doesn't want teams tampering with the footballs, they shouldn't allow the teams to bring their own footballs. Just try to bring your own dice to Vegas or your own cards to a card casino.