INDIANAPOLIS - Ryan Grigson is putting the ball squarely in the NFLs court.The Colts general manager has gone silent on the hottest topic in the NFL ahead of next weeks Super Bowl: whether the New England Patriots intentionally deflated footballs in Sundays 45-7 victory over Indianapolis that gave them the AFC championship and a trip to Arizona to face Seattle.Everything, Im sure is going to come out in the investigation, guys. Like I said, its not appropriate for me to talk about. I cant do that, Grigson said Friday when asked if the Colts notified the league about a potential deflation problem. Its in the leagues hands. Im sorry.Grigson spoke shortly before the NFL said that evidence shows the Patriots used underinflated footballs during the first half of the game. The league said it wants to find out whether deliberate action was to blame, but provided no timetable for doing so.Underinflated balls in theory could provide an advantage because they would be easier to throw and catch. Under league rules, each team provides balls for use on offence. The balls used by the Patriots were properly inflated for the second half and remained properly inflated after the game, the NFL said.There have been various reports as to how league officials became aware of the situation and whether Indianapolis tipped them off. Nobody in the Colts organization has confirmed those details.Last week, Indianapolis coach Chuck Pagano said he had spoken to the Ravens staff and NFL officiating chief Dean Blandino about the unusual formation New England used during a divisional-round win over Baltimore. Pagano had worked on John Harbaughs staff in Baltimore before taking the Colts job early in 2012.On Monday, Pagano also acknowledged he had spoken with the refs before kickoff against New England, though he did not say whether the air pressure in the footballs came up during the discussion.New England coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady have said they didnt know what happened and that they were waiting for the league to complete its investigation. Apparently, so is everyone else.Colts linebacker DQwell Jackson told reporters Thursday at the Pro Bowl that he gave the ball he intercepted to an equipment manager and that he noticed no difference than other game balls. Jackson said he still hasnt gotten the ball back.And Grigson wanted nothing to do with the story.Before we get started, let me cut you off at the pass. Its obviously, like Ive told all you guys, its in the leagues hands, he said as he began the annual post-season news conference. Thats where were at right now.Grigson did shed some light on other topics, though.He confirmed that running back Trent Richardson, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2012 NFL draft, had been suspended two games for personal reasons. Richardson was inactive for the divisional-round win at Denver and last weekends loss against the Patriots. Grigson did not provide further details.As for possible retirements, Grigson said the Colts are not pushing receiver Reggie Wayne or defensive end Cory Redding to make quick decisions and suggested both could still be valuable players next season if they come back.Grigson also said that while the Colts do intend to offer a new contract to Andrew Luck, re-signing the Pro Bowl quarterback is not the top priority this off-season. Lucks original deal runs through 2015, and its a foregone conclusion that the Colts will exercise the fifth-year option to keep him in Indy through at least 2016.So what is Indys biggest off-season priority?Finding a way to get past their biggest nemesis, the Patriots. New England has not only beaten Luck four straight times and eliminated the Colts each of the past two seasons, theyve also rushed for 657 yards and 13 touchdowns in the last three games.I think the (Chicago) Bulls were at that point one time before they started their run. You know, they had to learn to beat the Pistons, the Bad Boys, Grigson said. I think thats where were at. I think we have to figure out, be able to pinpoint those areas because sometimes its not just what you think. Its more than meets the eye.___Online:AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and http://twitter.com/ap_nfl Balenciaga Shoes Sale .Y. -- That hangover from the Big East tournament is gone for Villanova. Vans Shoes Sale . 1. Did the Senators trade the wrong goalie? Lets make one thing clear: The Ottawa Senators acquired Ben Bishop from the St. Louis Blues for one reason and one reason alone. https://www.wholesaleshoesforcheap.com/a...dan-1-sale/.com) - Nino Williams posted 18 points and seven rebounds, as Kansas State edged No. Under Armour Shoes Sale . His right arm rested in a sling and was encased in a cast from above the elbow to his hand. "Im excited," Fernandez said with a grin. Replica Wholesale Shoes . The Canadian skicross racer appeared to have the bronze medal locked up in the mens final at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics, only to wipe out while trying to make a pass in the biggest moment of his career.WINNIPEG -- Reigning Canadian curling champion Rachel Homan got two bits of good news on Thursday. The Ottawa skip advanced to Fridays semifinal at the Canadian Olympic curling trials, and then she learned the federal government had approved funding of more than $2.5 million for the Canadian Curling Association in 2013-14. "Its hard to make it as an amateur athlete because theres not much money involved and its not like the pros," said the 24-year-old. "A lot of times we have to take off work to try and fully train and commit to making it to the Olympics and trying to get Canada gold, so its nice to have that support in being able to try to get to your dreams and achieve that podium status." CCA chief executive officer Greg Stremlaw said the governments investment through Sport Canada is similar to the previous years funding. "It not only enables thee Canadian Curling Association to grow the sport at the grassroots level, but helps our nation establish and maintain consistent podium results and the excellence that is synonymous with Canadian curling," Stremlaw said.dddddddddddd "We sincerely appreciate all that the government of Canada does for sport." Stremlaw said the money is used for programs involving able-bodied athletes and those with a disability. Funds are allocated for coaching and salaries, national team programs and coaching and officials development. An Athlete Assistance program funded by the government gave $633,000 to 67 carded curlers in 2012-13 to help with their living and training expenses. The amount will be similar in 2013-14, Stremlaw said. Homan and her teammates are carded athletes. The winner of the trials earns a trip to next years Olympic Games in Sochi, Russia. ' ' '