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Originally Posted by Lapkritis

Sounds like a lot of junk info out there being spread (part of a smear). Here, the Patriots were using the Colts footballs before the half. So still more than 12... D’Qwell Jackson: Patriots Were Using Colts Footballs At End Of First Half | New England Patriots | NESN.com

If you read the link, it states Jackson said the Pats were using a Colts football near the end of the half because the refs couldn't find a useable football after the t.v. timeout. Jackson himself admits he thought it was strange the refs couldn't find a Patriots ball suitable for use.