The Atlanta Falcons are mourning the loss of former center and Ring of Honor member Jeff Van Note.
The team announced Van Note’s death on Friday morning. He was 80. Van Note played for the Falcons from 1969 to 1986.
“We mourn the loss of a true Falcons legend. Jeff Van Note dedicated 18 seasons to this franchise and became one of the most respected and beloved players in our history,” owner Arthur M. Blank said in a statement. “He embodied toughness, resilience, humility, and an unwavering commitment to his team, qualities that earned him the admiration of generations of Falcons fans.”
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