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Patriots unveil silver pants for home opener against Steelers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:56 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Patriots unveil silver pants for home opener against Steelers

Summary

The New England Patriots will wear their silver pants for the first time this season during their home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, September 20, at Gillette Stadium. This uniform combination, featuring navy blue jerseys, harks back to the franchise's championship heritage, particularly in the Tom Brady and Bill Belichick era. The return of silver pants follows their reintroduction in recent seasons after previously being phased out. Safety Kevin Byard III modeled the look in a social media announcement ahead of the game, which holds significant anticipation as it is the Patriots' first home game of the regular season.

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By the Numbers

•Patriots debut silver pants in 2026 home opener
•Game against Steelers scheduled for 1 p.m. ET on September 20
•Uniform combination recalls championship era nostalgia
•Kevin Byard III showcased the new look in promotional material

Latest Updates

8:56 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots’ Home Opener Against Steelers Will Mark Major First for Team

What they're saying

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The New England Patriots are bringing a familiar look back to Gillette Stadium on Sunday. This time, they are doing something they have yet to do this season. New England revealed Thursday that it will wear its silver pants for Sunday’s home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers, pairing them with the team’s navy blue jerseys. […] The post Patriots’ Home Opener Against Steelers Will Mark Major First for Team appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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