Patriots fans celebrate home opener with traditional tailgating festivities
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
New England Patriots fans gathered at Gillette Stadium on September 20 for the home opener of the season. Tailgating began early, with attendees arriving around 8:30 AM. Many expressed excitement for the upcoming season following a Super Bowl appearance. While Patriots fans filled the parking lots, Pittsburgh Steelers fans were less prominent. The next home game is set for October 11 against the Las Vegas Raiders.
- •Tailgating festivities began early at Gillette Stadium.
- •Fans expressed optimism following the team's Super Bowl run.
- •Food highlights included boiled lobsters and steak sandwiches.
- •Next home game is against the Las Vegas Raiders on October 11.
- •Pittsburgh Steelers fans were mostly absent from the tailgate.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The excitement is back’: Pumped-up Patriots fans tailgate for home opener
"For many, tailgating at the home opener is a tradition they’ll never miss.
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