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Falcons announce passing of Ring of Honor member Jeff Van Note

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Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Falcons announce passing of Ring of Honor member Jeff Van Note

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons have announced the death of former center Jeff Van Note at the age of 80. Van Note spent his entire 18-season NFL career with the Falcons, starting in 1970 and making six Pro Bowl appearances. He played a total of 246 games for the franchise, second only to Mike Kenn in team history. Van Note was inducted into the Falcons' Ring of Honor in 2006. Falcons owner Arthur Blank expressed condolences, highlighting Van Note's legendary status and the deep respect he garnered from fans and teammates alike.

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By the Numbers

•Jeff Van Note passed away at age 80.
•He played for the Falcons from 1969 to 1986.
•Van Note was a two-time second-team All-Pro.
•He appeared in six Pro Bowls during his career.
•Inducted into the Ring of Honor in 2006.

Latest Updates

4:16 PMESPN NFL — Six-time Pro Bowl center Van Note dies at 80
1:13 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons announce death of Ring of Honor member Jeff Van Note

What they're saying

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Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center who spent all 18 seasons of his NFL career with the Falcons and was inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2006, has died. He was 80.
— ESPN NFL