Former NFL guard Jordan Devey has died at the age of 38. News of his death emerged late Thursday night, when his wife, Lindsey Devey, announced that the former player had passed away.

Devey spent time in the league with several teams, including the Baltimore Ravens, New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland Raiders and Buffalo Bills. He was also known as a Super Bowl champion during his NFL career.

Reports about Jordan Devey's death said he died by suicide. Additional details were not immediately clear from the initial announcement, and coverage focused on the confirmation shared by his family.

The news has drawn attention across the football world because of Devey's long run through multiple NFL organizations and his place among former league veterans. His death at 38 marks a sudden loss for those who followed his career and knew him through the game.