New England Patriots Have Allston-Brighton Roots

The first preseason "home" game was held on August 14, 1960 before 11,000 fans at Harvard Stadium (Allston)and the Patriots lost 24-14 to the Dallas Texans. The team's regular season home opener came on Sept. 9 and 21,597 fans at Boston University field (Brighton)watched the team lose to the Denver Broncos 13-10.