Tom Brady is getting a statue at Gillette Stadium this week. Here’s what to know before you go.
Brady will become the first Patriots player to get a statue.
The Patriots announced some additional details about the unveiling of their new statue of Tom Brady that will take place at Gillette Stadium this Friday before New England’s preseason opener against the Commanders.
Here are some key points about what fans should know before they head to the event.
What is it?
Friday’s event will be a ceremony honoring Tom Brady’s two-decade long career with the Patriots. It’s expected to last around 15-20 minutes. During the ceremony, fans will get their first glimpses at the new 12-foot bronze statue of Brady.
Why is Brady getting a statue?
Brady, who led the team for 20 years as an elite quarterback, is the first Patriots player to get a statue outside of Gillette Stadium. He won six of his seven Super Bowls during his time with the Patriots and is widely considered one of the greatest players in NFL history.
“The statue preserves his placement as a ‘Patriot for life’ and enshrines his legacy as the greatest of all time,” the team said in a release.
When and where is it?
The event is planned for 6 p.m. this Friday, August. 8, in the Patriot Place Plaza, which is adjacent to the Patriots Hall of Fame. The gates will open at 5 p.m., and the parking lots will be open even earlier at 3:30.
After the ceremony, the Patriots will kick off the preseason at 7:30 with a contest against the Commanders.
Who will be there?
Both Brady and Patriots owner Robert Kraft are expected to be there, along with media and fans who have tickets for the event.
What if I can’t make it?
People who can’t make it to the event but still want to watch it have a number of options for streaming, including Patriots.com, the Patriots’ social media accounts, and WBZ.
What are people saying about it?
The Patriots posted a three-minute video of fan interviews that took place outside of Boston landmarks such as TD Garden, Quincy Market, and the Boston Public Garden.
Some fans gave their takes on what they think the statue should look like.
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