Tue Apr 15 02:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Former NFL Tight End and Father of Two NFL Quarterbacks, Don Hasselbeck, Dies at 70
**[City, State] –** Don Hasselbeck, a former NFL tight end who won a Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Raiders and whose two sons became NFL quarterbacks, passed away Monday at the age of 70. His son, Matt Hasselbeck, announced his father’s death, stating he died after suffering cardiac arrest at home.
Hasselbeck, a standout at the University of Colorado, was drafted by the New England Patriots in 1977. He played six seasons with the Patriots, leading the team in receptions in 1981. Traded to the Raiders in 1983, he contributed to their Super Bowl XVIII victory over the Washington Redskins, notably blocking an extra point in the 38-9 win. He also played for the New York Giants and Minnesota Vikings before retiring in 1985. His NFL career totaled 107 receptions for 1,542 yards and 18 touchdowns.
While his Super Bowl ring and impressive college and professional career are noteworthy, Matt Hasselbeck emphasized his father’s legacy extended far beyond the football field. He described his father as “a great husband, father, grandfather, friend, coach, player, coworker, artist, mentor, and storyteller,” adding, “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.”
His sons, Matt and Tim Hasselbeck, both followed in his footsteps, playing quarterback in the NFL. Matt, a three-time Pro Bowler, notably started in Super Bowl XL for the Seattle Seahawks. Tim enjoyed a career primarily as a backup quarterback.
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