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BOSTON (AP) – New England Patriots cornerback Ty Law, who played a key role in the team’s drive towards the Super Bowl but has been battling for a contract extension, said he wants to leave the team.

“Right now, it’s not about money. That bridge is burned. I no longer want to be a Patriot. I can’t even see myself putting on that uniform again, that’s how bad I feel about playing here,” Law told The Boston Globe.

Law said he had “irreconcilable differences” with the team and he had told coach Bill Belichick and vice president of player personnel Scott Pioli that he wanted to play elsewhere. Patriots spokesman Stacey James had no comment Saturday on Law’s remarks. Law last month called a four-year $26 million offer from the Patriots an “insult” and a “slap in the face.”

Law’s contract calls for him to make $16.9 million over the next two seasons.

The Patriots’ proposal would guarantee Law $15.6 million over the next two years.

“I would be a fool to take less than what I already make,” Law said. “I said it a thousand times, I’m not taking no pay cut.”

Despite his discontent, Law said, he would still go to training camp.

“I can’t do a thing about it but express my displeasure about playing for this organization,” he said. “I’ll go to training camp. I’ve got bonuses for going to training camp. I’m just saying it won’t be a comfortable working atmosphere.

“OK, this is business. Fine. You don’t have to like your boss to work and do your job well.”


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