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The New England Patriots will kick off their preseason action against the Washington Commanders later this week on Friday. However, that isn’t the only exciting event on the calendar for that day.
Ahead of the game, the Patriots will unveil a new statue of their franchise legend Tom Brady. The decision to create Brady a statue was revealed by Robert Kraft during the retirement ceremony for Brady’s No. 12 jersey last summer.
Considering how Brady led New England to six Super Bowl championships, it’s safe to say he’s a pretty popular figure in the region. With that in mind, it’s likely going to be a packed house at Gillette Stadium for the unveiling of the statue.
Not everyone is going to be able to attend the ceremony, but that’s alright, because you will be able to watch the unveiling on social media. The Patriots announced on Monday morning that they would be streaming the ceremony on their digital and social platforms for free.
Over the course of his 23-year career, Brady solidified himself as the greatest player in NFL history. After leaving New England in 2020, he immediately won another Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, giving him more championships individually than any team in the league.
Simply put, Brady is a franchise legend for the Patriots, and he’s set to get honored in a way no other player has. The statue unveiling is set to get underway at 6 p.m. ET on Friday, and fans who want to watch from the comforts of their home can tune in on social media platforms like X or Instagram, or they can head over to Patriots.com.
