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Tom Brady Reportedly Hires Lawyer to Fight NFL

Adam Schefter has reported that Jeffrey Kessler has been hired by Brady to fight his four-game suspension.

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady has reportedly hired a long-time NFL Players Association lawyer as part of his fight against his four-game suspension for his alleged role in the Deflategate controversy.

Called a nemesis and a thorn in the NFL’s side, attorney Jeffrey Kessler is expected to join Brady’s appeal and possible lawsuit against the league according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

In the past, Kessler has represented NFL players in a number of cases including the players’ lawsuit against the league during the 2011 lockout.

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