The father of Jets WR Stephen Hill no longer a Patriots fan

Jets WR Stephen Hill used to have a Patriots fan in his family -- his father. No more. Now that the Patriots are in the way of a victory for his son's team, Henry Hill's allegiances are entirely with the New York Jets. (US Presswire)

New York Jets WR Stephen Hill heard a lot about the Patriots growing up in Georgia. His father, Henry, while first and foremost an Atlanta Falcons fan, was also a Patriots fan.

However, on draft day 2012, Henry Hill's fandom of the Patriots ended.

Now, Hill is preparing for his first meeting with the Jets' arch-rival. The Patriots secondary will pose a challenge for Hill, especially facing veteran CBs Devin McCourty and Kyle Arrington, so he's studying and learning everything he can.

"I've heard you can study one thing and they'll show you another," he said.

Has the rookie noticed a change in the Jets locker room as they prepare for New England?

"Everyone is tuned in the same way as any other week," he said. "But you can also tell there's a little bit of a difference too."

Meanwhile, Henry will be cheering wildly for the Jets.

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