Patriots pay tribute to Paul Tagliabue after former NFL commissioner’s death
Paul Tagliabue who served as NFL commissioner for years from the late s until the mid- s died Sunday at age the league publicized In a team-released comment Patriots owner Robert Kraft announced he was deeply saddened by Tagliabue s passing He was a leader who made an indelible impact on the National Football League Kraft disclosed Paul was a man of integrity and a tireless advocate for the championship During his tenure Paul guided the league through transformative improvement expanding its reach and strengthening its foundation His unwavering belief in the power of football to unite communities set a standard that continues to inspire us all On a personal level I was honored to work alongside Paul and to witness firsthand his wisdom grace and dedication He was a trusted colleague and a cherished friend and someone who helped guide me during my pursuit of acquiring the Patriots My thoughts are with Chan their children and the entire Tagliabue family during this tough time Related Articles Patriots-Buccaneers inactives Will Kyle Williams step up in Kayshon Boutte s absence Patriots add running back three-time Super Bowl champ to operational roster I don t think I ll ever forget Patriots remember Tom Brady s epic return with the Buccaneers Patriots-Buccaneers preview How Drake Maye Mike Vrabel can win in Tampa Bay things we re watching in Patriots matchup with Buccaneers Current NFL commissioner Roger Goodell who succeeded Tagliabue in called his predecessor the ultimate steward of the battle tall in stature humble in presence and decisive in his loyalty to the NFL He viewed every challenge and opportunity through the lens of what was best for the greater good a principle he inherited from former commissioner Pete Rozelle and passed on to me Goodell stated in a announcement I am forever grateful and proud to have Paul as my friend and mentor I cherished the innumerable hours we spent together where he helped shape me as an executive but also as a man husband and father Tagliabue was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in
