ESPN's Chris Mortensen Received Death Threats Over DeflateGate Reporting
Some fans took it too far after Chris Mortensen's infamous DeflateGate tweet, which helped spark the entire 18-month debacle.
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Some fans took it too far after Chris Mortensen's infamous DeflateGate tweet, which helped spark the entire 18-month debacle.
What if it was actually Aaron Rodgers who suffered the most severe consequences from DeflateGate?
Tom Brady seemed more like someone who had been interrupted while writing a self help book about how to keep one's innermost feelings from spilling out than he did a winning NFL quarterback.
With the return of Tom Brady, the DeflateGate saga is officially over for the New England Patriots.
The very reason why the DeflateGate penalties have failed so completely is that Brady fought them. And that fight, while unsuccessful in overturning the NFL's attempt to inflict parity on the Patriots at any cost, still rewarded Brady and his team with two valuable commodities: The truth and time.
With most of the drama now in the past, we can take stock in the winners and losers of the "scandal" we all came to know and love. Plus, some NFL picks!
He's baaaaaack.
Despite Brady's return, Belichick is treating this week just like every other week.
Just hours before Brady's suspension ended, the Players Association dropped their own battle against the NFL.
This effort by NFL owners via Roger Goodell has failed. Miserably.
Despite dozens of scientists around the country putting in extensive work to prove them wrong, the folks at Exponent are spiking the football.
If Tom Brady is struggling with his league-mandated four-week suspension from football, he's not letting it show. Or ... is he?
The Tom Brady banners are coming down.
If it weren't so outrageous, it'd be hysterical.
Have no fear, Patriots fans. Gisele Bündchen is making sure Tom Brady doesn't get rusty during his DeflateGate suspension.
Between Peyton Manning and now Carson Palmer, the NFL Quarterback Club just isn't as tight-knit as it used to be.
"That's just a failure on the NFL's part. It should have never come to that. Tom Brady should be happy to be in the NFL, and you made him unhappy to be living his dream."
Julian Edelman is going to be missing his buddy Tom Brady while the New England Patriots quarterback serves his DeflateGate suspension.
Patriots fans are still standing by Tom Brady.
Tom Brady played 39 snaps Thursday night against the Giants, his final tune-up before serving his four-game suspension.
It's become more clear than ever: The NFL only wants you to know exactly what it wants you to know.
Williams hasn't exactly taken up the Patriots' cause throughout the whole DeflateGate saga, but he's at least paid enough attention to know that if the NFL wants you to take the fall for something, you most certainly will.
The Brady-Manning friendship -- like the on-field rivalry -- may be over.
A stunning reversal of fortune against the man who suspended Tom Brady over a destroyed cell phone.
This time around, Roger Goodell doesn't seem to have the public on his side. What exactly has changed?
A Massachusetts man was crowned the winner of a Tom Holland Look-alike contest held in Boston on Sunday, where several people competed to see who looks the most like the British actor.
Jaylen Brown scored the Celtics' first 15 points on five consecutive 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, before Boston withstood a late charge to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-105 on Sunday.
Parents took part in a vigil Sunday evening outside a Massachusetts elementary school, as they hope the teachers union and school committee can come to an agreement to end the teacher strike before Thanksgiving.
A special banquet was held at a Boston church Sunday to celebrate a parishioner's 109th birthday and her 100 years as a church member.
In a season full of ugly football games from the New England Patriots, Sunday's 34-15 loss to the Dolphins was easily the ugliest.
After weeks of dry weather and no rain, the busiest and most impactful week of weather in months is on the way during the Thanksgiving holiday.
The New England Patriots were completely dominated by the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, losing 34-15 at Hard Rock Stadium to fall to 3-9 on the season.
Parents took part in a vigil Sunday evening outside a Massachusetts elementary school, as they hope the teachers union and school committee can come to an agreement to end the teacher strike before Thanksgiving.
A special banquet was held at a Boston church Sunday to celebrate a parishioner's 109th birthday and her 100 years as a church member.
A Massachusetts man was crowned the winner of a Tom Holland Look-alike contest held in Boston on Sunday, where several people competed to see who looks the most like the British actor.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Jaylen Brown scored the Celtics' first 15 points on five consecutive 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, before Boston withstood a late charge to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 107-105 on Sunday.
In a season full of ugly football games from the New England Patriots, Sunday's 34-15 loss to the Dolphins was easily the ugliest.
Former Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery was not unemployed for long.
The New England Patriots were completely dominated by the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, losing 34-15 at Hard Rock Stadium to fall to 3-9 on the season.
Christian Gonzalez is good-to-go for the New England Patriots for Sunday's Week 12 tilt against the Miami Dolphins.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.