New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley celebrates after sacking Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer) AP The Patriots are moving on from another veteran leader.

Former New England Patriots Super Bowl champion Asante Samuel sparked a heated debate with Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders.

Former NFL player and Appalachian State safety Matt Stevens died March 20 at the age of 51. Early in his football career, Stevens started out as a two-time All-American at Appalachian State, helping his team reach the Southern Conference Championship in 1995.