Patriots’ Mack Hollins Makes Statement Before Week 15 Snow Game Vs. Bills

Mack Hollins clearly isn’t bothered by the cold weather.

The New England Patriots can clinch the AFC East with a Week 15 win over the Buffalo Bills. Mother Nature set the tone for the December division showdown with snow on a frigid Sunday in Foxborough, Mass.

Hollins didn’t dress appropriately for the conditions. The wide receiver arrived at Gillette Stadium shirtless and barefoot.

The Patriots shared a photo of the wide receiver’s bold attire, and the NFL posted a brief video of Hollins walking outside the stadium.

By now, it’s known that Hollins isn’t the biggest fan of shoes. He’s arrived at games barefoot before, but perhaps the 32-year-old should have reconsidered on a snowy morning.

AccuWeather forecasts a 32-degree temperature at Gillette Stadium when the game kicks off at 1 p.m. ET. More snow is anticipated throughout the pivotal matchup.

Hollins could be sending a message that he and the Patriots aren’t afraid of the winter weather in New England. Sunday will still be a major test for Mike Vrabel’s team to prove they’re ready to make a Super Bowl run.

A win will halt Buffalo’s five-year streak as AFC East champions and keep New England in the race to earn home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. Conference opponents may then have to deal with more unpleasant weather in January.

Patriots fans will hope Hollins catches passes rather than a cold once he puts on his uniform and plays in the Week 15 contest.