What happened: The New England Patriots and JetBlue announced a partnership extension Thursday. The agreement includes the opening of the JetBlue Loft, a new tailgating and hospitality space at Gillette Stadium.

Why it matters: The loft represents another phase of fan experience upgrades at the Foxborough venue. The organization continues to modernize concourse and social environments for attendees.

What to watch: The space is fully operational for remaining home dates on the schedule.