In a recent poll, the classic 1985 Patriots uniform was voted the best sports uniform in Boston history. Despite their recent success, the iconic red jerseys with “Pat Patriot” helmets won over voters with their old school New England professional football vibe.
In the final round, the 1985 uniforms defeated the “Bobby Orr Bruins Era” uniforms to clinch the title. This wasn’t an easy victory though, as they had already defeated the No. 1 seed, the 2004 Red Sox, in a previous round. However, the iconic Patriots look was favored over the classic Red Sox era by a narrow margin of 54-46%.
Despite being given a lower seed and facing tough competition, the 1985 Patriots uniform stood out as a clear favorite among voters. The closest matchup in the entire bracket was between the 2011 Bruins and Bobby Orr Era Bruins, with only 16 votes separating them. Overall, it seems that fans have a soft spot for this vintage team and their distinctive uniforms.
