Governor Healey Proclaims New England Patriots Appreciation Weekend

 Governor Healey Proclaims New England Patriots Appreciation Weekend  

BOSTON – Ahead of Super Bowl LX, Governor Maura Healey has declared that February 6 through February 8, 2026 will be New England Patriots Appreciation Weekend.  

The proclamation reads:  

Whereas, Massachusetts is the proud home of the New England Patriots; and  

Whereas, The New England Patriots have taken home the Super Bowl trophy six times, setting the standard of excellence in the NFL; and  

Whereas, The New England Patriots are the 2025-2026 AFC Champions; and  

Whereas, Our entire region is cheering on the Patriots as they taken on the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX; and  

Whereas, Coach Mike Vrabel, a Patriots legend as a player, has created a culture of excellence, accountability and enthusiasm in his transformative leadership of this team; and  

Whereas, We proudly support Drake “Drake Maye” Maye and all the players, coaches and staff who are full of such incredible talent, grit and dedication; and  

Whereas, The 2025-2026 Patriots are the first team in NFL history to go a perfect 9-0 on the road, earning them the title of “Road Warriors”; and  

Whereas, Millions of dedicated fans agree the New England Patriots are all we got and all we need,  

Now, Therefore, I, Maura T. Healey, Governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, do hereby proclaim Friday, February through Sunday, February 8, 2026 to be New England Patriots Appreciation Weekend.