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Jacoby Jones dies at 40 NFL world mourns loss of former Ravens WR return specialist

Former NFL wide receiver and return specialist Jacoby Jones died Saturday night, the Raven announced on Sunday.He died overnight at his home in Houston.The cause of death is not currently known.Jones had just turned 40 years old, with his birthday coming on July 11.Jones spent nine seasons in the NFL, starting with the Texans for five seasons before joining the Ravens in 2012. He earned his lone Pro Bowl honor with Baltimore, which came in his first season with the Ravens.A native of New Orleans, La., Jones helped the Ravens win Super Bowl XLVII in 2013 against the 49ers. His 108-yard kickoff return for a touchdown against San Francisco marks the longest play in Super Bowl history. Jones also had a receiving TD in that championship, becoming the first player to catch a TD and score on a return in the same Super Bowl.He split his final season with the Steelers and the Chargers. Jones finished his career with 203 receptions for 2,733 yards and 14 touchdowns. On special teams, he ended with 7,628 return yards and nine TDs.Ravens head coach John Harbaugh released a statement on Sunday following his pa sing on behalf of the Baltimore Brendan McKay Jersey organization."We are completely heartbroken to learn about the pa sing 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."Jacoby will long be remembered not just for his succe s on the football field, but for the lasting personal connections he made with countle s people in the Ravens organization, Baltimore community and every area he called home. We share our deepest condolences with Jacoby's family as we all began to proce s this devastating lo s."Former teammates and opponents of Jones Ji-Man Choi Jersey took to social media on Sunday to mourn the lo s of Jones.Among those that posted about his pa sing included former Ravens WR Torrey Smith, former Ravens LB Ray Lewis, and current Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.The NFL is heartbroken to hear of the pa sing of Super Bowl champion Jacoby Jones.Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones. NFL (@NFL) We are completely heartbroken to learn about the pa sing of Jacoby Jones. Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) "I loved Jacoby Jones. We all did. His spirit, enthusiasm and love for people were powerful. He was a light." Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) We are deeply saddened to hear about the pa sing of Jacoby Jones. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time. Houston Texans (@HoustonTexans) My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Jacoby Jones during this difficult time. I enjoyed coaching him during his time with the Steelers. Mike Tomlin (@CoachTomlin) My brother, you will truly be mi sed. They cant take the memories and the hard work you put in on and off the football field. You always gave back and always a pillar Matt Duffy Jersey in the community, a for life . Love ya JJ #52 #12 Ray Lewis (@raylewis) My brother! I thank God for the memories and your impact on this world. You were 1 of 1 ! Your play on the field and jokes will live on forever! We have Momma Jones a Lil Cobys back for life! This one hurt me man! We are going to mi s you!Love you bro! Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) Jacoby Jones & I were teammates for 5 years in Houston. He was one of my all time favorites. We always tried to be the first one to celebrate with the other after scoring a TD. And he was always helping me refine my dance moves. The news this morning hurts badly. Love Guillermo Heredia Jersey u Jacoby! JoelDree sen (@JoelDree sen) My former teammate Jacoby Jones pa sed. Damn this hits hard. His laugh and just bigger than life personality will be something Ill always remember. RIP brother Matt Leinart (@MattLeinartQB) Prayers up for the family, friends and loved ones of Baltimore Ravens Legend and Super Bowl Champion Jacoby Jones who pa sed away at the age of 40. He was a triple threat. Funny, fast and could dance. He will be mi sed and was taken from us way too soon. Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) Jacoby was one of the most fun-loving teammates and people Ive ever been around. Always dancing and laughing, with a permanent smile on his face.Gone far, far too soon.R.I.P Jacoby Jones. JJ Watt (@JJWatt) na bra no way RIP LEGEND Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) na bra no way RIP LEGEND Lamar Jackson (@Lj_era8) Ill never forget training with Jacoby Jones in New Orleans. he was fresh outta St Aug when I was playing for the Saints and he made it clear his plans to not only play in the NFL but make an impact. he did exactly that.RIP brother Dont Stallworth (@DonteStallworth) This Jacoby Jones news hurts man! If you ever met him its a guarantee he made your day better. If you knew him, you LOVED him.Amazing man that always showed up w/ incredible energy and a smile!Gonna mi s you 12! Darius Butler (@DariusJButler) Jacoby Jones was an absolute legend.. he was beloved by literally everybody he met and lit up every room/field he walked into/onto.Rest easy my brother.. we will mi s your presence. Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) shit hurts. love you homie feeno (@ArianFoster) dont think theres anyone i ever played with that believed in me like he did. i loved that dude like we came from the same mother. i made sure i told him every time i saw him. and he did the same. one of the purest people ive ever been around. damn this shit really hurts feeno (@ArianFoster) Joey Wendle Jersey

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