{"id":17297,"date":"2026-07-26T01:12:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T20:12:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=17297"},"modified":"2026-07-26T01:12:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T20:12:40","slug":"former-nfl-star-jordan-devey-dead-at-38-after-suicide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=17297","title":{"rendered":"Former NFL Star Jordan Devey Dead at 38 After Suicide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"p1\">Former NFL player <b>Jordan Devey <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/celebrity-deaths-of-2026-grateful-deads-bob-weir-and-more-stars-we-lost\/\">has died<\/a>. He was 38.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cToday would have been our 15th year anniversary. We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles and triumphs,\u201d Jordan\u2019s wife, <b>Linsey Devey<\/b>, wrote via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DbKSTWcjclz\/?img_index=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">Instagram<\/span><\/a> on Thursday, July 23, announcing her husband\u2019s death. \u201cWe brought four beautiful children into this world that have your eyes, freckles and compassion.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">She continued, \u201cYou 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, \u2018We\u2019ll talk soon\u2019 <span class=\"s2\">\u2764\ufe0f<\/span>.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Linsey also asked social media followers to donate to a newly created GoFundMe campaign to \u201cease the financial burdens that weigh heavy on [their family\u2019s] hearts\u201d following Jordan\u2019s death.<\/p>\n<div class=\"link-related article link-related__with-thumb\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"article__thumbnail related-ab-test\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/celebrity-deaths-of-2026-grateful-deads-bob-weir-and-more-stars-we-lost\/\" target=\"\" data-source=\"00\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"article__figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=400%2C225&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=200%2C113&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 200w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=300%2C169&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=400%2C225&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 400w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=600%2C338&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 600w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=800%2C450&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 800w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=900%2C506&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 900w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=1000%2C563&amp;quality=55&amp;strip=all 1000w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell.jpg?crop=0px%2C33px%2C1388px%2C785px&amp;resize=1200%2C675&amp;quality=55&amp;strip=all 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 400px, (max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 6em), 200px\" alt=\"GettyImages-1547998983-chuck-russell\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"\/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"article__content\">\n<h3 class=\"article__title\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"article__title-link related-ab-test\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/celebrity-deaths-of-2026-grateful-deads-bob-weir-and-more-stars-we-lost\/\" target=\"\" data-source=\"00\"><br \/>\n    <span class=\"related-badge\">Related: <\/span><span class=\"related-title\">Celebrity Deaths of 2026<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n\t\t\tHollywood mourned the deaths of some of its most legendary stars in 2026. In June, legendary music executive Clive Davis also died at age 94 following a hospitalization for an upper respiratory infection. At the end of the month, news broke that the Village People lead singer Victor Willis had died. Actor Joby Baker died [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201c[Jordan\u2019s] family [is navigating] an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time,\u201d Linsey\u2019s friend wrote via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-the-devey-family\"><span class=\"s1\">GoFundMe<\/span><\/a>, claiming that Jordan died by suicide. \u201cAs 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.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">The statement added, \u201cIf you are able, please consider donating to support Linsey and their four children <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/nfl-tragedies-2025-kyren-lacys-shocking-and-sad-death-page\/\">during this difficult time<\/a>. Every donation, prayer and act of kindness is deeply appreciated and will remind them that they are surrounded by a community that loves them. Thank you for your generosity and for keeping the Devey family in your thoughts and prayers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Jordan played in the NFL for seven teams, including with the New England Patriots when they won the 2024 Super Bowl.\u00a0 He ultimately retired in 2021 after a brief stint with the Buffalo Bills the year prior.<\/p>\n<div class=\"link-related article link-related__with-thumb\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"article__thumbnail related-ab-test\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/nfl-tragedies-2025-kyren-lacys-shocking-and-sad-death-page\/\" target=\"\" data-source=\"00\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"article__figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\" class=\"ratio-based-placeholder\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=400%2C225&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=200%2C113&amp;quality=55&amp;strip=all 200w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=300%2C169&amp;quality=55&amp;strip=all 300w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=400%2C225&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 400w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=600%2C338&amp;quality=86&amp;strip=all 600w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=800%2C450&amp;quality=40&amp;strip=all 800w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=900%2C506&amp;quality=55&amp;strip=all 900w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=1000%2C563&amp;quality=70&amp;strip=all 1000w, https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/GettyImages-2166099014Football-Tragedies-of-2025-Marshawn-Kneeland-and-More-Shocking-Deaths.jpg?crop=0px%2C172px%2C1334px%2C754px&amp;resize=1200%2C675&amp;quality=70&amp;strip=all 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 400px, (max-width: 770px) calc(100vw - 6em), 200px\" alt=\"Football Tragedies of 2025 Marshawn Kneeland and More Shocking Deaths\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\"\/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"article__content\">\n<h3 class=\"article__title\">\n\t\t\t<a class=\"article__title-link related-ab-test\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/nfl-tragedies-2025-kyren-lacys-shocking-and-sad-death-page\/\" target=\"\" data-source=\"00\"><br \/>\n    <span class=\"related-badge\">Related: <\/span><span class=\"related-title\">Football Tragedies: Marshawn Kneeland and More Shocking Deaths<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>\n\t\t\tMany former football stars, both at the collegiate and NFL levels, have died in 2025. Thank You! You have successfully subscribed. Subscribe to newsletters Enter your email Please enter a valid email. Subscribe By signing up, I agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy and to receive emails from Us Weekly Deal of the Day [\u2026]\t\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\">Following his NFL career, Jordan coached high school football in Idaho.<\/p>\n<div id=\"news-block\">\n<div class=\"newsletter-form  \">\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/themes\/us-weekly\/assets\/img\/newsletter-bg-narrow.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"newsletter-form__background background-narrow\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><br \/>\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/themes\/us-weekly\/assets\/img\/newsletter-bg-wide.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"newsletter-form__background background-wide\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<div class=\"newsletter-signup__success\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n<h3>Thank You!<\/h3>\n<p>You have successfully subscribed.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u201cJordan Devey was a cherished member of the Eagle community, known for his unwavering dedication to serving others,\u201d the GoFundMe obituary read, addressing the athlete\u2019s life off the NFL gridiron. \u201cJordan spent countless hours volunteering as a coach for his own children\u2019s teams and for the athletes at Eagle High School, where he was deeply loved by the players who saw him as a mentor, role model and friend. His commitment to uplifting those around him extended far beyond sports, as he faithfully served in his church, offering support, counsel and friendship to anyone in need.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Jordan is survived by his wife, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/celebrity-news\/pictures\/hottest-nfl-dads-past-and-present-photos-with-their-kids\/\">their four kids<\/a> and his parents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><i>If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former NFL player Jordan Devey has died. He was 38. \u201cToday would have been our 15th year anniversary. We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles and triumphs,\u201d Jordan\u2019s wife, Linsey Devey, wrote via Instagram on Thursday, July 23, announcing her husband\u2019s death. \u201cWe brought four beautiful children&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":17298,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.usmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/Jordan-Devey-GettyImages-1331294941.jpg?crop=0px%2C0px%2C2000px%2C1051px&resize=1200%2C630&quality=86&strip=all","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-17297","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-celebrity-gossip"],"brizy_media":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17297","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=17297"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17297\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/17298"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=17297"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=17297"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=17297"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}