Don Hasselbeck, a former NFL tight end and father to NFL quarterbacks Matt and Tim Hasselbeck, passed away at the age of 70 due to cardiac arrest. Celebrated for his leadership and family values, he had a nine-year NFL career, winning a Super Bowl with the Raiders and excelling in his role. Hasselbeck was drafted by New England and had notable performances, leading the Patriots in catches in 1981. His legacy continues through his sons, both of whom played quarterback in the NFL, showcasing Hasselbeck's profound impact on family and sports.
He was a great husband, father, grandfather, friend, coach, player, coworker, artist, mentor, and storyteller. Despite being an All-American at Colorado and a Super Bowl Champion with the Raiders, what we are most proud of is the leader he was for our family.
He was drafted in the second round by New England in 1977 after a standout collegiate career at Colorado. He spent six full seasons with the Patriots and led the team in catches in 1981.
Hasselbeck was traded to the Los Angeles Raiders early in the 1983 season and helped the team win the Super Bowl. He had two TD catches in the regular season for the Raiders and blocked an extra point in the Super Bowl.
Hasselbeck had 107 catches for 1,542 yards and 18 touchdowns in 123 career regular season games. Two of his sons continued the family legacy by playing quarterback in the NFL.
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