The New England Patriots announced Tuesday they will not be allowed to host fans at Gillette Stadium through at least the end of September.
The decision was made by the Massachusetts Reopening Advisory Board, which Gov. Charlie Baker created in April to help determine how to deal with the coronavirus pandemic. The group features state and local leaders as well as public health officials and members of the business community.
This decision will affect the team's home opener in Week 1 against the Miami Dolphins on Sept. 13 as well as the Week 3 game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sept.