The New England Patriots kick off their 50th anniversary season on Sept. 14 against the Bills at Gillette Stadium. That night, the Patriots will honor their 50th anniversary during a halftime ceremony to recognize the greatest players in franchise history.
Head coach: Bill Belichick
Honorary offensive captain: Gino Cappelletti
Honorary defensive captain: Tedy Bruschi
Offense
Tackle: Bruce Armstrong
Tackle: Matt Light
Guard: John Hannah
Guard: Logan Mankins
Center: Jon Morris
Tight end: Ben Coates
Wide receiver: Stanley Morgan
Wide receiver: Troy Brown
Wide receiver: Irving Fryar
Quarterback: Tom Brady
Running back: Jim Nance
Running back: Sam Cunningham
Defense
Defensive end: Julius Adams
Defensive end: Richard Seymour
Defensive tackle: Houston Antwine
Defensive tackle: Vince Wilfork
Outside linebacker: Andre Tippett
Outside linebacker: Mike Vrabel
Inside linebacker: Steve Nelson
Inside linebacker: Nick Buoniconti
Cornerback: Mike Haynes
Cornerback: Ty Law
Safety: Fred Marion
Safety: Rodney Harrison
All-time specialists
Placekicker: Adam Vinatieri
Punter: Rich Camarillo
Returner: Kevin Faulk
Special teams: Mosi Tatupu