NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell tells CNBC that a decision on Tom Brady's suspension could come as soon as next week.
CNBC caught up with Goodell Thursday morning in Sun Valley.
The New England Patriots star quarterback is facing a four-game suspension for his alleged involvement in the deflating of footballs during the team's AFC Championship game against the Colts.
If it is upheld, Brady would miss the first four games. The Patriots open the NFL season at home against Pittsburgh on Sept. 10, then travel to Buffalo before a home game against Jacksonville. After a bye week, their fourth game will be in Dallas.
Brady would be eligible to return for the fifth game on Oct. 18 at Indianapolis.
The Patriots as an organization have already been punished by the league. The NFL fined the Pats $1 million and took away two draft picks.
