Mack Hollins mocked for 'weird' prison jumpsuit, mask and shackles outfit at Super Bowl LX

Patriots' Mack Hollins’ jail-style outfit at Super Bowl LX went viral, complete with shackles, a mask and barefoot walk, prompting widespread fan reaction online
Mack Hollins arrived in a prison-style jumpsuit and shackles before Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)
Mack Hollins arrived in a prison-style jumpsuit and shackles before Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)


SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA: Super Bowl LX is underway at Levi’s Stadium, and New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins wasted no time commanding attention before kickoff. His dramatic pregame arrival quickly went viral on social media, dominating conversation even as the Patriots prepared to face the Seattle Seahawks for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

Known for his unconventional habits and fashion choices, Hollins once again leaned into shock value with an outfit that immediately divided fans online. While some viewed it as another example of his eccentric personality, others saw the look as tone-deaf and unsettling on the sport’s biggest stage.

Mack Hollins #13 of the New England Patriots arrives prior to Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)
Mack Hollins walked barefoot into Levi’s Stadium wearing a mask and shackles ahead of the Super Bowl (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)

What did Mack Hollins wear for his pregame arrival at Levi’s Stadium?

The 32-year-old wide receiver walked toward the locker room wearing a red prison-style jumpsuit labeled “Range 13,” widely interpreted as a reference to the ultra-high-security ADX Florence supermax prison in Colorado. He completed the look with shackles on his ankles, handcuffs on his wrists, and a facemask reminiscent of Hannibal Lecter.

Hollins was also seen carrying a high school football jersey belonging to Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel as he made his way through the Levi’s Stadium tunnel, adding another layer of intrigue to the already bizarre entrance.

Mack Hollins #13 of the New England Patriots arrives prior to Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)
Mack Hollins carried Mike Vrabel’s high school jersey during his controversial Super Bowl arrival (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)

The wideout has built a reputation across the NFL for embracing unconventional routines. Hollins frequently walks barefoot, avoids using utensils while eating, and is known for drinking minimal water. Teammates have often described his lifestyle as deliberate rather than random.

“Mack, he’s a different guy,” Patriots cornerback Alex Austin said earlier this week during Super Bowl media availability. “You learn something from him too, because he has a reason for why he’s doing it. He does everything with an intent.”

Mack Hollins’ pregame outfit sparks outrage online

Mack Hollins #13 of the New England Patriots arrives prior to Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)
Mack Hollins’ dramatic pregame entrance sparked backlash across social media ahead of kickoff (Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)

A short clip of Hollins’ walk into the stadium spread rapidly across social media, triggering a wave of criticism from fans who questioned both the outfit and its meaning.

One enraged commenter wrote, “What the f**k is he doing?"



Another fan posted, “I’m typically a fan of this dude’s entrances but this one… Yikes."



Others were less restrained, with one mocking Hollins by saying, “When you’re an average player in this league so you find other ways to get some attention."



Another user slammed the look entirely, writing, “These people and things they do to be different. All end up being a clown."



Some viewers speculated about deeper intent, with one commenter claiming, “Mack Hollins brought out his Halloween outfit / political statement… got it.”



Another simply reacted, “That’s weird,” while one more added, “I know Mack Hollins ain’t wear that stupid ass outfit to do nothing.”





As debate continued online, the Patriots receiver remained silent on the backlash, leaving fans to argue whether the stunt was performance art, provocation, or simply another chapter in Hollins’ long history of unconventional self-expression.

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