- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Patriots Reflect on Journey to Super Bowl LX
Team takes final photos, spends time with families ahead of big game
Published on Feb. 7, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
The New England Patriots returned to Stanford Stadium on Saturday to take team photos and spend time with their families and friends before Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks. Head coach Mike Vrabel planned to remind players about the team's path to the big game and the identity they built along the way. The Patriots also made two roster moves, elevating defensive lineman Leonard Taylor III and running back D'Ernest Johnson off the practice squad.
Why it matters
The Patriots' journey to the Super Bowl is a testament to the team's resilience and determination. After a challenging regular season, they have come together to reach the biggest stage in professional football, providing an inspiring story for their fans and the wider NFL community.
The details
The Patriots players wore their white game uniforms for the team photo, with quarterback Drake Maye leading the way. Assistant coaches spent time with their families on the field, while older children took turns tackling a dummy. Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels pulled Maye and receiver Stefon Diggs aside for photos with his own kids. Head coach Mike Vrabel planned to remind the team about their path to the Super Bowl and the identity they built along the way.
- The Patriots returned to Stanford Stadium on Saturday afternoon for a final team photo and time with their families.
- Head coach Mike Vrabel planned to speak with the team later on Saturday at their hotel in Santa Clara.
The players
Mike Vrabel
Head coach of the New England Patriots.
Drake Maye
Quarterback for the New England Patriots.
Stefon Diggs
Wide receiver for the New England Patriots.
Josh McDaniels
Offensive coordinator for the New England Patriots.
Leonard Taylor III
Defensive lineman for the New England Patriots, elevated from the practice squad.
D'Ernest Johnson
Running back for the New England Patriots, elevated from the practice squad.
What they’re saying
“I want them to enjoy this time with their families. You can see how many people care about us and helped us get to this position, and this is all part of being able to celebrate it.”
— Mike Vrabel, Head Coach (Pro Football Writers of America)
“Everybody talked about getting to this point, and hoped for it to happen at the beginning of the year. Now it's real. That's what I think has been pretty cool.”
— Mike Vrabel, Head Coach (Pro Football Writers of America)
What’s next
The Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on Sunday.
The takeaway
The Patriots' journey to the Super Bowl showcases the team's resilience and determination, as they have overcome challenges throughout the season to reach the biggest stage in professional football. Their focus on celebrating the moment with their families and reflecting on their path highlights the team's strong identity and community-oriented approach.
