Jacoby Jones, Former NFL Wide Receiver and Super Bowl Winner, Dies at 40
Baltimore Ravens Star Known for Record-Breaking Play
Former NFL wide receiver and kick returner Jacoby Jones has died at the age of 40.
Jones' death was announced on Sunday by the Baltimore Ravens, the team with whom he won Super Bowl XLVII in 2013. The cause of death has not yet been released.
Jones was a key member of the Ravens' Super Bowl-winning team, returning a kickoff 108 yards for a touchdown in the game. The play is the longest in Super Bowl history.
Jones played in the NFL for 10 seasons, with the Ravens, Houston Texans, San Diego Chargers, and Pittsburgh Steelers. He finished his career with 588 receptions for 6,290 yards and 45 touchdowns, as well as 2,635 yards and seven touchdowns on kick returns.
Jones was a Pro Bowl selection in 2012 and was a member of the Ravens' Super Bowl XXXVII championship team. He was also a two-time All-Pro selection.
Jones' death is a tragic loss for the football community. He was a talented player and a beloved figure. He will be missed by his family, friends, and fans.
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