The New England Patriots, once considered one of the greatest dynasties in NFL history, have made a stunning comeback to reach Super Bowl LX. The team's resurgence is being fueled by a rallying cry that has captured the hearts of fans and players alike: "We all we got, we all we need."
The phrase, popularized by wide receiver Stefon Diggs, has taken on a life of its own, with various Boston athletes, including David Ortiz, Jayson Tatum, Randy Moss, and Jaylen Brown, showcasing their enthusiasm for the motto. Even local drivers have been reminded to drive safely with signs featuring the phrase in orange letters.
But what makes this slogan resonate so deeply with the Patriots? According to defensive lineman Milton Williams, Diggs's impassioned speech during a pre-game talk in Week 5 helped spark the movement. The team was in need of a boost, and Diggs delivered the words that would become their rallying cry.
"We knew the guys we had in the locker room and we knew the work that we put in all year," Williams said.
Diggs credits his teammates for inspiring him to spread the message, saying, "Being here gave me the motivation, being here gave me that saying." He felt a sense of responsibility to motivate his team after they were doubted by many.
While the phrase has been around for years, it's the Patriots' interpretation and execution that have made it a defining aspect of their 2024 season. Quarterback Mac Jones echoed Diggs's sentiment, stating, "We all we got is each other... We don't need anyone else."
Coach Josh McDaniels praised Diggs's leadership skills, saying, "He knows exactly how to touch the right buttons and he does it with a passion that's hard to simulate."
The phrase has become synonymous with the Patriots' underdog story, and their fans have taken to it like a mantra. When asked about his role in popularizing the slogan, Diggs replied, "I just say what's on my mind... I felt like in that moment nobody believed."
For the Patriots, this season is about proving doubters wrong and banding together as one team. And with their Super Bowl appearance at hand, it seems that message has resonated deeply with fans everywhere.
The phrase, popularized by wide receiver Stefon Diggs, has taken on a life of its own, with various Boston athletes, including David Ortiz, Jayson Tatum, Randy Moss, and Jaylen Brown, showcasing their enthusiasm for the motto. Even local drivers have been reminded to drive safely with signs featuring the phrase in orange letters.
But what makes this slogan resonate so deeply with the Patriots? According to defensive lineman Milton Williams, Diggs's impassioned speech during a pre-game talk in Week 5 helped spark the movement. The team was in need of a boost, and Diggs delivered the words that would become their rallying cry.
"We knew the guys we had in the locker room and we knew the work that we put in all year," Williams said.
Diggs credits his teammates for inspiring him to spread the message, saying, "Being here gave me the motivation, being here gave me that saying." He felt a sense of responsibility to motivate his team after they were doubted by many.
While the phrase has been around for years, it's the Patriots' interpretation and execution that have made it a defining aspect of their 2024 season. Quarterback Mac Jones echoed Diggs's sentiment, stating, "We all we got is each other... We don't need anyone else."
Coach Josh McDaniels praised Diggs's leadership skills, saying, "He knows exactly how to touch the right buttons and he does it with a passion that's hard to simulate."
The phrase has become synonymous with the Patriots' underdog story, and their fans have taken to it like a mantra. When asked about his role in popularizing the slogan, Diggs replied, "I just say what's on my mind... I felt like in that moment nobody believed."
For the Patriots, this season is about proving doubters wrong and banding together as one team. And with their Super Bowl appearance at hand, it seems that message has resonated deeply with fans everywhere.