Kraft offers Super Bowl ring for coronavirus pandemic relief

Robert Kraft

Robert Kraft’s Super Bowl ring. Image courtesy of Fanatics

BOSTON (AP) – New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has donated one of his six Super Bowl championship rings to an auction that raises money to provide meals for those in need during the coronavirus pandemic.

In a video Kraft said he has been inspired by medical workers caring for patients with the virus.

He offered his Super Bowl 51 ring to the All In Challenge because the Patriots recovered from a 28-3 deficit against the Atlanta Falcons in 2017 for a 38-24 overtime victory.

The ring “showed how we came back,” he said.

All of the money raised will go directly to Feeding America, Meals On Wheels, World Central Kitchen and No Kid Hungry.

As of May 13, bidding had already exceeded one million dollars. Bids will be accepted through May 21.

The 5.1-carat weight white gold ring features 283 diamonds surrounding the Patriots logo and five Lombardi trophies.

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