NFL Mourns Don Hasselbeck, Super Bowl Champion and Family Patriarch, Dead at 70
The former Raiders tight end and father of two NFL quarterbacks is remembered for his leadership, career achievements, and enduring legacy.
Overview
- Don Hasselbeck, a nine-season NFL veteran and Super Bowl champion with the Raiders, passed away at age 70 from cardiac arrest at his home on April 14, 2025.
- Hasselbeck’s career included stints with the Patriots, Raiders, Giants, and Vikings, amassing 107 catches, 1,542 yards, and 18 touchdowns across 123 games.
- As the father of NFL quarterbacks Matt and Tim Hasselbeck, Don is celebrated as the patriarch of a prominent football family and a mentor to his children and others in the sport.
- Tributes from former teammates, fans, and organizations like the New England Patriots highlight his impact on and off the field, including his leadership and artistic talents.
- Hasselbeck is remembered by his family as a loving husband and father who recently celebrated his 50th wedding anniversary with his wife, Mary.