25 years later, it’s still sweet: Patriots celebrate 2001 Super Bowl team
Gillette Stadium turned back the clock on Sunday as dozens of members of the infamous 2001 Super Bowl squad came back to Foxborough to celebrate the team that kick-started one of the greatest dynasties in pro sports.
On Sunday, Gillette Stadium transported fans back to October 2001 as members of the legendary 2001 New England Patriots Super Bowl squad gathered to commemorate their historic victory. As the "Keepers of the Light" in the pregame festivities, familiar faces from the team took the stage, evoking nostalgia and pride. One notable moment was offensive lineman Joe Andruzzi, who, like in 2001 following the 9/11 attacks, ran out with two American flags alongside his brothers, who were firefighters at the World Trade Center.
Additionally, the Patriots honored Adam Vinatieri, the team's kicker, by presenting him with his Pro Football Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence. Vinatieri played a pivotal role in the Patriots' first championship, kicking a 45-yard field goal through the snow to force overtime against the Raiders, and then winning Super Bowl XXXVI with a 48-yard field goal as time expired.
The Patriots' dominant 45-17 victory over the Raiders solidified the celebration, marking the beginning of one of the most successful dynasties in professional sports history.
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