Prepare for a Nor’easter for the Patriots’ Week 11 matchup against the Jets, as they are set to wear their new ‘Rivalries’ uniform.
The Pats are one of eight teams set to wear the alternate uniforms for the NFL’s new “Rivalries” program, teams from the AFC East and NFC West.
The “Nor’easter” uniforms, specifically the color, Storm Blue, are inspired by “the unforgiving power of nor’easters and the perseverance of the people who face them head-on.”
According to Patriots.com, the jersey has small details that reflect on the past of the Patriots franchise and reflect on the region of New England, including:
Six stars on the uniform represent the six New England states.