His family confirmed the news, requesting privacy. Jones had just celebrated being inducted into the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Hall of Fame,
making his death even more shocking. Tributes poured in from fellow players and teams, with J.J. Watt, Torrey Smith, and Baltimore Ravens’ head coach John Harbaugh among those honoring his memory. Known for his football success and appearance on “Dancing with the Stars,” Jones had recently been a coach at various colleges. His vibrant personality and contributions on and off the field have left a lasting impact.The football community was devastated by the sudden death of former Baltimore Ravens player Jacoby Jones, who passed away in his sleep on July 14, 2024, at the age of 40.