How did Jordan Devey die? Former Super Bowl champion's cause of death revealed as wife shares heartbreaking tribute

Karen Noronha | Jul 26, 2026, 24:30 IST
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Former NFL offensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey has died at 38, leaving the football world in mourning. His wife shared a heartbreaking tribute on what would have been their 15th wedding anniversary as fans remember his NFL career and legacy.

X/@SpanishHuddle | Part of a championship-winning New England Patriots team, Jordan Devey, has died.
Image credit : X/@SpanishHuddle | Part of a championship-winning New England Patriots team, Jordan Devey, has died.
The football world is mourning the loss of former NFL offensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey, who died at the age of 38.

His death has left fans and the football community searching for answers about what happened to the former player, who spent seven seasons in the NFL and was part of a championship-winning New England Patriots team.


X/@InMemoriamX | Jordan Devey died at the age of 38.
Image credit : X/@InMemoriamX | Jordan Devey died at the age of 38.

Jordan Devey cause of death revealed

According to a GoFundMe page created to support his family, Devey died by suicide. "Tragically, Jordan took his own life, leaving his family to navigate an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time," the GoFundMe page reads.

"As they face overwhelming emotional and financial challenges, including mounting medical expenses, the community is coming together to support Linsey and their children."

"The funds raised will help ease the financial burden, allowing them to focus on healing and moving forward without the added stress of immediate expenses."

The fundraiser was created to support Devey's wife, Linsey, and their four children as the family deals with the emotional and financial challenges following his death.

Jordan Devey's wife shares heartbreaking tribute

The loss was made even more painful by the timing of Devey's death. His wife revealed that he died on what would have been the couple's 15th wedding anniversary.


"Today would have been our 15th year anniversary," Linsey shared in an Instagram post. on Thursday. "We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles, and triumphs."

"We brought 4 beautiful children into this world that have your eyes, freckles, and compassion," she continued. "You were our hero and our hearts ache in your absence. We love you. We miss you. And as you said in your last words to me, 'We'll talk soon."

Her emotional message offered a glimpse into the life Devey built away from football, where he was a husband and father of four.

Jordan Devey's NFL career and Super Bowl victory

Devey spent seven seasons playing in the NFL, representing several teams during his professional career. The offensive lineman played for the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland Raiders — now known as the Las Vegas Raiders — and Buffalo Bills.

His career reached its biggest milestone in 2014 when he won the Super Bowl with the Patriots. New England defeated the Seattle Seahawks in the championship game, giving Devey one of the most significant achievements in professional football.

Former Super Bowl champion remembered

While Devey was known to football fans for his time on the field, his family remembered him for much more than his NFL career.


He leaves behind his wife and four children, who are now receiving support from the community during an incredibly difficult period.

As tributes continue to emerge, the former NFL offensive lineman is being remembered not only as a Super Bowl champion but also as a husband, father and loved one whose loss has left a lasting impact on those closest to him.
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