Former NFL tight end Don Hasselbeck passed away at the age of 70 from a heart attack at his home. Hasselbeck, who won a Super Bowl during his nine-year career, was the father of two NFL quarterbacks, Matt and Tim Hasselbeck.
Drafted in the second round by the New England Patriots in 1977, Hasselbeck spent six seasons with the team before being traded to the Los Angeles Raiders in 1983. He played a key role in the Raiders' Super Bowl victory, contributing two touchdown catches and a crucial blocked extra point. Hasselbeck also had a brief stint with the New York Giants and the Minnesota Vikings before retiring in 1985 with a total of 107 catches, 1,542 yards, and 18 touchdowns in 123 regular-season games.
Matt Hasselbeck, one of Don's sons, described his father as a multi-talented individual who excelled not only in football but also as a family man, coach, and mentor. Despite his accomplishments on the field, Don Hasselbeck's legacy is celebrated most for his leadership within his family.