Former New England Patriots tight end Don Hasselbeck has passed away, according to his son.
Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck made the announcement on social media.
“It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of our father, Don Hasselbeck, who suffered cardiac arrest and passed away today,” Matt wrote. “We want to thank our parents’ neighbors and all of the medical professionals who came to his aid. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, friend, coach, player, coworker, artist, mentor and storyteller.”
Don Hasselbeck was selected by the New England Patriots in the second round of the 1977 NFL draft.