Patriots outline simple strategy to prepare for Denver altitude
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The Denver Broncos benefit from a significant home-field advantage at Empower Field at Mile High, located 5,280 feet above sea level, due to altitude effects and a passionate fanbase.
- The New England Patriots will face these challenges in the AFC Championship Game but plan to maintain their usual preparation routine rather than attempting special altitude acclimation strategies.
- Head coach Mike Vrabel explained that physiological acclimation to altitude requires more than a few days, making extended adjustment impractical for the Patriots.
- The team will remain in Foxborough and practice at Gillette Stadium, 298 feet above sea level, relying on conditioning and preparation rather than altitude-specific tactics.
- Patriots players express confidence in their road game success, citing an 8
