Report: Former New England Patriots WR David Patten dies at 47

Former New England Patriots wide receiver David Patten has died at the age of 47, according to a news report. 

The cause of death is not known at this time. According to The State newspaper in South Carolina, Sam Gordon, who runs G2 Management where Patten is one of his clients, confirmed Patten died Thursday.

Patten played 12 seasons in the NFL and was originally picked up by the New York Giants during the 1997 season. 

He made his biggest impact with Patriots, catching Tom Brady’s first postseason touchdown in the Super Bowl 37 victory over the St. Louis Rams. 

Patten was a multi-dimensional threat — catching, running and throwing a touchdown in a 2001 game against the Indianapolis Colts. He also was part of the Patriots’ victories in Super Bowls 38 and 39.

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