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Willie McGinest gives heartfelt tribute to Patriots legend Richard Seymour

Richard Seymour was arguably the most important defensive player on the New England Patriots in the early to mid-2000s.

His combination of elite talent, excellent size and impressive athleticism made him a great pass rusher, an effective run stopper and one of the most versatile players in his position group.

He earned seven Pro Bowl selections, three All-Pro selections and was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame's All-Decade team for the 2000s.

Seymour's impact has never been lost on Willie McGinest. They were teammates from 2001 through 2005 and won three Super Bowl titles together.