More than 100 million total viewers tuned in to watch the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks advance to Super Bowl LX last weekend.

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The Patriots struggled to find their identity after Tom Brady left the organization in 2020. But now they appear to be back in the saddle under Mike Vrabel.

The New England Patriots’ latest win was overshadowed by a worrying sight: star quarterback Drake Maye clutching his throwing shoulder. That being said, a two-week break could help the NFL MVP contender to rest and re-gather his form.

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The Empire State Building lit up in red, white, and blue to celebrate the Patriots. Not surprisingly, it sent some New York fans into an uproar.