29 days ago

Spygate, Deflategate Scandals Led to Bill Belichick Missing First-Ballot Hall of Fame

Sources told ESPN Belichick missed first-ballot induction because Spygate, Deflategate resurfaced in deliberations. The coach fell short of 40 votes and was described as “puzzled” and “disappointed.” “Six Super Bowls isn’t enough?” Belichick asked an associate. One voter said former Bills GM Bill Polian urged Belichick “wait a year” as penance for Spygate.