Jacoby Jones, Ravens SB XLVII Star, Dead At 40

Jacoby Jones, former Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans star, has died at age 40.

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News spread of the ex-athlete’s passing on Sunday (July 14), with the Baltimore Sun first reporting on his sudden death. As of Monday (July 15), a cause of death hasn’t been released. Jacoby Jones’ family released a statement in the aftermath of the player’s death, stating that he “passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans.”

“The family, including his mother, Emily, and his son, Little Jacoby, are together and are asking for prayers, privacy, and support as they navigate through this difficult time,” the NFL Players Association posted on X/Twitter on behalf of the league and Jones’ family.

The Ravens sent their condolences to Jacoby and his loved ones, sharing a series of posts on the social media platform. Baltimore shared the news and expressed that the organization was “completely heartbroken to learn about the passing of Jacoby Jones.”

“Jacoby had the unique ability to connect with everyone he encountered. His charisma, joy and love created a one-of-a-kind presence that could light up any room or brighten any dark day,” the statement read.

“Jacoby will long be remembered not just for his success on the football field but for the lasting personal connections he made with countless people in the Ravens organization, the Baltimore community, and every area he called home. We share our deepest condolences with Jacoby’s family as we all begin to process this devastating loss.”

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JJ Watt, Jones’ teammate in Houston, also shared his love for the man on X/Twitter. Watt described the return specialist as “one of the most fun-loving teammates and people I’ve ever been around.”

Jacoby Jones’ football career began when he attended Lane College in Tennessee in 2002. The Houston Texans drafted Jones in the third round of the 2007 NFL Draft. The wide receiver played five seasons with the Texans before snagging a contract with Baltimore in 2012. That season would become one of Ravens lore, as he became the first player in Super Bowl history to score both a receiving touchdown and a kickoff return touchdown in the same game, per ESPN . After winning Super Bowl XLVII with the Ravens, Jones played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the then-San Diego Chargers.

Before his death, Jacoby had been gearing up to begin a new life as a coach after being hired by the Beaumont Renegades for an indoor football league that will begin in 2025. Jones signed on to become the team’s head coach and offensive coordinator.

VIBE sends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Jacoby Jones.

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