Matthew Slater, a long-time captain for the New England Patriots, is being honored by his team in Foxborough as they warm up for what appears to be his final NFL game, according to @cpriceglobe. Teammates, both former and current, are paying tribute to Slater's 16-season career by wearing special 'Captain 18' sweatshirts during the pre-game warmups. The gesture signals the end of an era for the Patriots, with speculation also surrounding the future of head coach Bill Belichick with the team, as hinted by ESPNRadio's tweet questioning, 'Is it the last one for Bill Belichick in NE with the #Patriots?'
Sweatshirts for captain Matthew Slater. https://t.co/cVtpXymW4Q
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Patriots players are warming up in hoodie sweatshirts with Captain 18 on the back, another sign that today is the last game for Matthew Slater after 16 seasons https://t.co/sPYMJGZjat
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The #Patriots are wearing sweatshirts that read “Captain 18” during warmups today. Honoring, of course, Matthew Slater. This certainly feels like it’s it for the long-time captain in Foxborough. https://t.co/yH3IiHCLGJ
From @cpriceglobe, former and current Patriots salute Matthew Slater before what is looking like his final NFL game https://t.co/CZXjJmAeDN