Three-time Super Bowl Champion and devout Christian David Patten died in a motorcycle accident on Thursday outside Columbia, South Carolina. He was 47.
According to South Carolina Highway Patrol Lance Cpl. Nick Pye, Patten caused a crash with two other cars after crossing the median. One of the car's drivers has been hospitalized with undisclosed injuries, ESPN reported.
Over the course of his 12-year career, Patten played for 5 NFL teams as a wide receiver. He was best known for his time playing for the New England Patriots from 2001-2004, where he won three Super Bowl championships.
Upon hearing of Patten's death, Patriots owner Robert Kraft issued a statement noting that he was "heartbroken" over the loss.
"I am heartbroken by the news of David's passing," Kraft said. "He was a devout Christian who followed his passion following his football career and founded his own ministry. David transitioned from an undersized and understated wide receiver to a powerful and passionate preacher. In New England, he will always be remembered as a three-time Super Bowl Champion."
Former Patriots teammates Richard Seymour and Deion Branch also paid tribute to Patten on social media.
"Heartbroken," Seymour wrote. "Great man of God… lost for words – David Patten…"-Christian Headlines
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