The patch on NFL jerseys can have different meanings. One type of patch is the "NFL PREM1ERE" patch, which is worn by all rookie players on a 53-man roster to commemorate their first game in the NFL
. Another type of patch is the captain's patch, which is a "C" patch worn by players who have been designated as team captains. The number of stars under the "C" signifies the number of years a player has been a captain, and when a player has been a captain for at least five seasons, the "C" on the patch, along with the stars, becomes gold
. Some teams, like the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots, have elected not to wear the captain's patches, and it can be changed at any time if the players and coaches decide to add or remove the patch
