Patriots Get a Musical Warm‑Up Before the Big Game

"The New England Patriots coach, Mike Vrabel, is trying to make the team feel like they are already on Super Bowl day. During a practice just two days before the championship, he sent the players into the locker room for an hour and then played Bad Bunny music for fourteen minutes. After that, he had the squad back on the field to finish a few drills. \n\nVrabel said that there is still time to sharpen their skills and also wanted the players to enjoy moments with family. The game will pit New England against Seattle at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. \n\nBad Bunny was announced last year as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime performer. The news sparked mixed reactions, even from political figures.The singer shrugged off criticism on Saturday Night Live and expressed excitement about the show. \n\nAt the 2026 Grammy Awards, Bad Bunny won three awards, including Album of the Year. Seattle’s quarterback Sam Darnold voiced his enthusiasm for the halftime act, though he will not be able to watch it during the game. \n\nNFL commissioner Roger Goodell praised Bad Bunny, saying his talent can unite people. A recent survey showed that a little over half of NFL players support the choice, while about forty percent do not. \n\nThe Patriots’ unique practice routine and the broader conversation around the halftime show highlight how sports, music, and culture intersect before a major event. \n\n