Got here a little later than expected because of some busing problems, but I'm in my seat in the auxiliary press area, on the Patriots side of the field. Tom Curran and Alan Abrahamson are representing NBCSports.com in the main press box, but hundreds of the assembled press, including almost all online press and many other recognizable columnists, are seated in the crowd. Tables are set up in front of us with outlets, televisions, radios, food, and a game program set up at each seat. I'm not complaining.

The roof is currently closed, and it was drizzling on my way into the stadium. I'd expect the roof to stay closed, but we won't know for sure for about two hours.

There are a lot of tailgating buses outside the stadium, along with the NFL Experience and some concerts. When I got off the bus, I got chills for the first time this week. From what I've seen the Patriots fans are far more well represented than I expected. I've seen more Patriots fans than Giants fans, which is a big surprise. Perhaps the chance to see history has the Patriots traveling better than usual. We'll see who is louder come gametime.