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NJ Gov. Phil Murphy optimistic about full MetLife Stadium Week 1

We’re closer to normal than we once were, that’s for sure.

With a COVID-19 vaccination now in existence, MetLife Stadium could be at 100% capacity (82,500 attendees) by the time Week 1 of the 2021 NFL season rolls around, according to New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy.

“I think the prospects are pretty good,” Murphy said of the potential of the stadium being full when the season commences during Monday’s COVID-19 briefing.

“If we blow through our objectives, there’s a lot higher likelihood the Jets and Giants can sell more tickets,” he said.