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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama honored the New England Patriots for winning the Super Bowl despite a "huge distraction" and "media circus" over underinflated footballs in their conference championship game.
The Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 in this year's Super Bowl. It was New England's fourth NFL title in 14 years.
The Patriots' 45-7 victory in the AFC title game was marred by accusations that a team employee had partially deflated game balls,Cheap Jerseys From China, making them easier to catch and throw. A league investigation is ongoing.
Obama joked that he wished the city of Boston would share some its sports titles with his hometown of Chicago.
"That whole story got blown a little out of proportion," Obama said of the so-called "deflategate" investigation as the crowd chuckled.
Secretary of State John Kerry,Wholesale Jerseys Free Shipping, Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Sen. Angus King of Maine were among the crowd cheering the champions.
"I'm hoping that I get to see the Bears before I leave here,Cheap NFL Jerseys," he said.
Continuing to honor sports teams for their community service,Wholesale NFL Jerseys China, Obama thanked the Patriots for visiting hospitals and schools in New England and wounded veterans at Walter Reed Medical Center. He said team members ran in this year's Boston Marathon and raised more $230,Cheap Arizona Cardinals Hoodies,000.
Obama recognized the NFL champions Thursday during a White House ceremony on the South Lawn. |
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