PHOTOS: Patriots show off throwback red uniforms in shutout win against Lions
After 10 years, the Patriots red ‘Pat Patriot’ uniforms finally returned to the field at Gillette Stadium on Sunday.

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – OCTOBER 09: The New England Patriots run onto the field before the game against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesAfter 10 years, the Patriots red 'Pat Patriot' uniforms finally returned to the field at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. The team played up to the occasion, shutting out the Detroit Lions' league-leading offense in a 29-0 win.
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: The New England Patriots run onto the field before the game against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Davon Godchaux #92 of the New England Patriots reacts after a turnover on downs during the first half against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Bailey Zappe #4 of the New England Patriots calls a play during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Hunter Henry #85 of the New England Patriots runs past Kerby Joseph #31 of the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Bailey Zappe #4 of the New England Patriots calls a play during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jack Jones #13 of the New England Patriots intercepts a pass intended for T.J. Hockenson #88 of the Detroit Lions while Jahlani Tavai #48 of the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jack Jones #13 of the New England Patriots intercepts a pass intended for T.J. Hockenson #88 of the Detroit Lions while Jahlani Tavai #48 of the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jack Jones #13 of the New England Patriots celebrates after an interception during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Alex Anzalone #34 of the Detroit Lions tackles Rhamondre Stevenson #38 of the New England Patriots during the first half at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Damien Harris #37 of the New England Patriots runs past DeShon Elliott #5 of the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesMatt Judon sacked Detroit's Jared Goff twice on Sunday, as the Pats blanked the NFL's highest-scoring offense. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
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Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Bailey Zappe #4 of the New England Patriots calls a play during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Trent Brown #77 of the New England Patriots blocks Aidan Hutchinson #97 of the Detroit Lions during the first half at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Kyle Dugger #23 of the New England Patriots returns a fumble for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesKyle Dugger's 59-yard scoop and score gave the Patriots' defense their second touchdown in as many weeks. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Kyle Dugger #23 of the New England Patriots returns a fumble for a touchdown during the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Rhamondre Stevenson #38 of the New England Patriots runs past Jeff Okudah #1 of the Detroit Lions during the first half at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
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Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jabrill Peppers #3 of the New England Patriots and Jonathan Jones #31 of the New England Patriots react after a fourth down stop during the second half against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Maddie Malhotra/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Nick Folk #6 of the New England Patriots looks on during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Malhotra/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jakobi Meyers #16 of the New England Patriots reacts after a catch during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
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Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: The New England Patriots offense huddles before a play against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Trent Brown #77 of the New England Patriots blocks Aidan Hutchinson #97 of the Detroit Lions during the second half at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)
Detroit Lions v New England Patriots
Nick Grace/Getty ImagesFOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - OCTOBER 09: Jahlani Tavai #48 of the New England Patriots tackles Craig Reynolds #46 of the Detroit Lions during the second half at Gillette Stadium on October 09, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Nick Grace/Getty Images)





