Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Former NFL Guard Jordan Devey Dies by Suicide at 38
Jordan Devey, a former NFL player who won a Super Bowl with the New England Patriots, sadly passed away by suicide at the age of 38.
His family shared that he was a loving husband and father to four children.
They also mentioned that they believe he suffered from a condition called CTE, which is linked to repeated head injuries in football.
CTE can only be confirmed after a full brain examination, which cannot be done in this case.
Jordan played for several teams during his career and was remembered as a reliable teammate and a caring person.
His family is asking for support as they navigate this difficult time.
Jordan Devey, former NFL guard and Super Bowl champion, died by suicide at 38.
Played for the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders, and Buffalo Bills.
Family believes he suffered from CTE, a condition linked to repeated head trauma in contact sports.
Devey is survived by his wife Linsey, four children, and his parents.
Family has set up a fundraising page to support medical expenses and other financial challenges.
- Who
- Jordan Devey, former NFL guard and Super Bowl champion
- What
- Died by suicide at the age of 38
- When
- July 23, 2026
- Where
- Utah
- Why
- Family believes he suffered from CTE, a neurodegenerative disease linked to repeated head trauma in contact sports
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- Name
- Jordan Devey
- Age at Death
- 38
- Cause of Death
- Suicide
- Teams Played For
- New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders, Buffalo Bills
- Super Bowl Win
- Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots
- Career Games
- 44 games, 21 starts
- Family
- Wife Linsey, four children, parents
- Possible Condition
- Suspected CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy)