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Former Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jacoby Jones has died aged 40.<\/b><\/p>\n
Jones spent eight seasons in the NFL and played a key role as the Ravens won Super Bowl XLVII in 2013.<\/p>\n
In helping Baltimore to that victory over the San Francisco 49ers, he set a number of records.<\/p>\n
His 108-yard kick-off return for a touchdown is the longest in Super Bowl history, and the longest play in the showpiece game.<\/p>\n
Jones was also the first player to catch a touchdown and score on a return in the same Super Bowl.<\/p>\n
An NFL Players Association statement, released on behalf of his family, said he “passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans, Louisiana”.<\/p>\n
Drafted in the third round in 2007, Jones played for the Houston Texans until 2011 when he joined the Ravens.<\/p>\n
After three seasons in Baltimore, where he was selected for the Pro Bowl in 2012, he had spells at the San Diego Chargers and Pittsburgh Steelers before retiring in 2017.<\/p>\n
“Jacoby was one of the most fun-loving team-mates and people I’ve ever been around,” former Texans team-mate JJ Watt wrote on X.<\/p>\n
“Always dancing and laughing, with a permanent smile on his face. Gone far, far too soon. R.I.P Jacoby Jones.”<\/p>\n
Torrey Smith, who played with Jones in Baltimore, wrote on X: “My brother! I thank God for the memories and your impact on this world.<\/p>\n
“You were 1 of 1! Your play on the field and jokes will live on forever! We have Momma Jones a Lil Coby’s back for life! This one hurt me man! We are going to miss you! Love you bro!”<\/p>\n
Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, also on X, added: “Na bra no way. RIP LEGEND.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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