The 2020 NFL season still has many questions to be answered, but the New England Patriots provided some of their own information on Tuesday.
To begin, the Patriots will only ‘host about 20 percent of its total capacity’ for home games due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is on par with other NFL teams and is the only way to host a football stadium, while staying up with the rules and regulations.
Here’s what the team said:
“Pending state and local approval, should Gillette Stadium be allowed to have fans in the stands this season, it is expected to host about 20 percent of its total capacity. Ticketed parties will be asked to maintain physical distancing of at least six feet from other parties, tickets will be arranged in blocks of 10 seats or less, and the first eight rows of stadium seats will not be used. Additionally, face coverings will be required at all times inside the stadium to keep all attendees safe.”
Because of the inconvenience, parking will be free of charge for those who attend.
“Recognizing that some flexibility will be required by fans who attend games in these unique circumstances, the Patriots also announced that parking for 2020 home games will be free of charge in all Gillette Stadium parking lots. Additionally, walk-up sales at the Patriots ticket office will be suspended, and all tickets will be mobile.”
This season will look much different and it’s still very possible the NFL doesn’t find a way to make it happen in time. The Patriots are set to kick off on July 28, but there’s still some kinks to be worked out with that as well.
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