If this is not an indication for application of Rule 17 what is?

The Saints can get upset, but they basically have no recourse. They aren't going to sue the league, which is about the only thing they could do. If they didn't sue the league over Bountygate, they won't do it here. When push comes to shove, the teams line up. Kraft was pissed over Deflategate, but still toed the line. Jerry Jones was pissed last season about Zeke's suspension and made lots of threats, but followed through on none. Why, they know when it comes down to it, solidarity is better. Gayle may make public statements and she may bend the ear of an owner or two, but if Kraft and Jones were put in line, she has less influence than either of those.