The New England Patriots will open their 2024 campaign against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Sunday, September 8 at 1:00 p.m. ET, which is now 59 days away.
Until the opening kickoff of the season for the Patriots, we'll be counting down each day by looking back at those who have worn each specific jersey number.
Since 1960, 24 players have worn No. 59 in New England, and with 59 days until their first game of the year, here's a look at everyone who's worn the number for the team:
OT Vederian Lowe: 2023-Present
- Appeared in 11 games in his first season in New England
- Expected to compete for a backup spot this year
- Also played for the Minnesota Vikings
LB Anfernee Jennings: 2022
- Appeared in 45 games over his first three seasons in New England, recording 113 tackles (15 for a loss), nine quarterback hits, three sacks, two passes defensed, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery
- Expected to be a rotational pass-rusher this year
LB Terez Hall: 2020
- Appeared in eight games over five seasons in New England, recording 50 tackles and two passes defensed
LB Albert McClellan: 2018
- Appeared in seven games for New England in his lone season with the team, winning Super Bowl 53
- Also played for the Baltimore Ravens and New York Jets
LB Marquis Flowers: 2017
- Appeared in 16 games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording 32 tackles (five for a loss), four quarterback hits, 3.5 sacks, one pass defensed and one forced fumble
- Also played for the Cincinnati Bengals and Detroit Lions
DE Rufus Johnson: 2015
- Appeared in one game for New England in his lone season with the team, recording one tackle
LB Chris White: 2013-14
- Appeared in 29 games for New England over two seasons, recording 16 tackles and winning Super Bowl 49
- Also played for the Buffalo Bills
LB Bobby Carpenter: 2012
- Appeared in four games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording two tackles
- Also played for the Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions and Miami Dolphins
LB Mike Rivera: 2012
- Appeared in 10 games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording nine tackles
- Also played for the Miami Dolphins
LB Gary Guyton: 2008-11
- Appeared in 60 games for New England over four seasons, recording 228 tackles (nine for a loss), 15 quarterback hits, 14 passes defensed, 4.5 sacks, three interceptions, three fumble recoveries and one sack
- Also played for the San Diego Chargers
LB Rosevelt Colvin: 2003-07
- Appeared in 65 games for New England over six seasons, recording 188 tackles (31 for a loss), 33 quarterback hits, 26.5 sacks, eight passes defensed, seven forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries and one interception and winning Super Bowls 38 and 39
- Also played for the Chicago Bears
LB O.J. Brigance: 2002
- Appeared in one game for New England in his lone season with the team
- Also played for the Miami Dolphins, St. Louis Rams and Baltimore Ravens
LB Maugaula Tuitele: 2002
- Appeared in five games for New England over three seasons, recording two tackles
- Also played for the Buffalo Bills and Oakland Raiders
LB Andy Katzenmoyer: 1999-2000
- Appeared in 24 games for New England over two seasons, recording 101 tackles (16 for a loss), five passes defensed, 3.5 sacks and one interception
LB Todd Collins: 1996-98
- Appeared in 76 games for New England over six seasons, recording 354 tackles, three forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries and two interceptions
- Also played for the St. Louis Rams, losing Super Bowl 34
LB Vincent Brown: 1988-95
- Appeared in 123 games for New England over eight seasons, recording 811 tackles, 16.5 sacks, 10 interceptions, seven fumble recoveries and six forced fumbles
LB Steve Doig: 1986-87
- Appeared in six games for New England over two seasons, recording a fumble recovery
- Also played for the Detroit Lions
LB Randy Sealby: 1987
- Appeared in two games for New England as a replacement player during the 1987 strike, recording a fumble recovery
LB Tim Golden: 1982-84
- Appeared in 40 games for New England over three seasons, recovering three fumbles
- Also played for the Philadelphia Eagles
LB Mike Hawkins: 1978-81
- Appeared in 59 games for New England over four seasons, recording 12.5 sacks, five interceptions and two fumble recoveries
- Also played for the Los Angeles Raiders
LB Pete Barnes: 1976-77
- Appeared in 25 games for New England over two seasons, recording five sacks, two fumble recoveries and an interception
- Also played for the San Diego Chargers, St. Louis Rams and Houston Oilers
LB Bob Geddes: 1973-75
- Appeared in 24 games for New England over three seasons, recording two interceptions
- Also played for the Denver Broncos
LB Rodrigo Barnes: 1974
- Appeared in six games for New England over two seasons, recording one fumble recovery
- Also played for the Dallas Cowboys, Miami Dolphins and Oakland Raiders
LB Brian Stenger: 1973
- Appeared in 10 games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording two fumble recoveries
- Also played for the Pittsburgh Steelers
