NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA: Former NFL wide receiver Jacoby Jones who was born on 11 July 1984, has died at the age of 40 on 14th July 2024.

The NFL Players Association and the Baltimore Ravens confirmed his death, stating he died peacefully at home without disclosing the cause. 

Jones was instrumental in the Ravens' second Super Bowl victory in 2013, scoring a touchdown during the game.

Jacoby Jones' death confirmed by NFL players association

The NFL Players Association and the Baltimore Ravens confirmed the news of Jones' death on Sunday, July 14, stating that he "passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans, Louisiana." 

"The family, including his mother, Emily, and his son, Little Jacoby, are together and asking for your prayers, privacy and support as they navigate through this difficult time," the NFL Players Association added in a post on X (formerly Twitter). 

The Ravens also issued a statement in honor of Jones, expressing that the organization is  "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, Baltimore community and every area he called home."