Former NFL player Jordan Devey, a Super Bowl XLIX champion, has died at the age of 38. According to his family, Devey died by suicide.
Devey was also known in his local community as a coach at Eagle High School. His death leaves behind his wife and four children, according to the family statement referenced in reports.
The news has brought renewed attention to the pressures athletes and families can face long after a playing career ends. While only limited details have been made public, the announcement has been framed with a warning about the topic of suicide and the importance of support resources.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, help is available through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988 in the United States.
