Overview

• Don Hasselbeck, a former NFL tight end and Super Bowl champion with the Raiders, died on April 14, 2025, at the age of 70 due to cardiac arrest.
• Hasselbeck was drafted in the second round by the New England Patriots in 1977, going on to play for multiple teams during his nine-year career in the NFL.
• His son, Matt Hasselbeck, shared an emotional tribute, highlighting his father's role as a family leader and his profound impact beyond football.
• Hasselbeck’s legacy extends through his family, with two of his sons, Matt and Tim, pursuing careers as NFL quarterbacks, and his youngest son, Nathanael, playing college football.
• Don Hasselbeck is remembered not only for his accomplishments on the field but also for his 50-year marriage to Mary and his role as a devoted husband, father, and mentor.