While the New England Patriots operate in the sports world, the franchise joined the land of heavy metal Tuesday in mourning the loss of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne.

In fact, ahead of the NFL's 2005 season opener, the two-time defending champion Patriots hosted Osbourne and his band in Foxborough for a live performance of the hit song. The electric rendition has since resurfaced following his death. What a performance. Gillette was going absolutely wild for the Prince of Darnkess.

The sports world paid tribute to a heavy metal icon on Tuesday. Ozzy Osbourne, the legendary Prince of Darkness, died at the age of 76 on Tuesday, and kind words quickly poured out for the larger-than-life singer.