Patriots draw praise with stormy uniform debut against Jets

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The New England Patriots debuted their "Nor’easter" uniforms on Thursday night as part of the NFL’s "Rivalries" program for their game against the New York Jets.

The Patriots wore "Storm Blue" color jerseys with white helmets and pants. 

There were six stars on the uniform to signify six New England states and a unique "NE" logo on the shoulder of the uniform, featuring nautical lettering and compass points.

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye warms up ahead of a game against the New York Jets Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

The uniform had features a fan wouldn’t be able to see by the naked eye. There was a hidden message inside the collar. On red fabric, the words "We Are All Patriots" were stitched into white lettering.

"At the heart of the look is a deep Storm Blue base – rugged, weathered, and worn in, like the coastline after a gale," an infographic on the Patriots’ website said. "The color reflects both the unforgiving power of the nor’easters and the perseverance of the people who face them head-on."

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels meets with players, including DeMario Douglas, before a game against the New York Jets Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

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The new digs were met with high praise on social media.

The weather in Foxborough, Massachusetts, was far from stormy. It was actually quite right for football. At