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Former NFL offensive lineman Jordan Devey, a Super Bowl XLIX champion who played for the New England Patriots, died by suicide at age 38. Devey was the only player in NFL history to block for Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, and Josh Allen. After retiring in 2021, he worked as a high school coach and community mentor. His death highlights ongoing concerns about mental health and suicide prevention among former professional athletes.

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  1. Eagle, Idaho, United States

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2026-08-15 to 2026-11-12 · UTC publication dates

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  1. Jordan Devey blocked for Tom Brady, Patrick Mahomes, and Josh Allen

    Jordan Devey is the only player in NFL history to block for three future Hall of Fame quarterbacks: Tom Brady (New England Patriots), Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs), and Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills). Devey played for multiple NFL teams including the Ravens, Patriots, 49ers, Chiefs, Raiders, and Bills across 44 games, starting 21 of them.

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  2. Jordan Devey coached at Eagle High School in Idaho

    Following his NFL retirement in 2021, Jordan Devey worked as a coach at Eagle High School in Idaho. He was described as deeply loved by the players who saw him as a mentor, role model, and friend. He also volunteered extensively coaching his own children's sports teams.

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  3. GoFundMe campaign for Jordan Devey's family raises over $92,000

    A GoFundMe campaign was started to benefit Jordan Devey's wife Linsey and their four young children. As of Saturday morning, the fund had collected more than $92,000 of its $200,000 goal.

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  4. Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey dies by suicide at 38

    Jordan Devey, a former NFL offensive lineman who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots, died by suicide at age 38. His family announced his death through a GoFundMe campaign. Devey was married to Linsey and had four children. He died on what would have been his 15th wedding anniversary with his wife.

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