Tributes and remembrances continue following news that Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jacoby Jones has passed away at the age of 40.
Ravens legend Ray Lewis said in a post on X, that Jones will truly be missed, adding that he always gave back and was always a pillar in the community.
My brother, you will truly be missed. They can’t take the memories and the hard work you put in on and off the football field. You always gave back and always a pillar in the community, a @Ravens for life 💜. Love ya JJ#RL52 #Ray #Lewis #52 #JacobyJones12 #Jacoby #Jones #12… pic.twitter.com/kfmb0DHHJb
— Ray Lewis (@raylewis) July 14, 2024
Former teammate Torrey Smith thanked God for the memories and called him "1 of 1" saying "We have Momma Jones and Lil Coby's back for life!" referring to Jacoby's mother and son.
Governor Wes Moore says Jones was a leader on and off the field and was dedicated to young people, coaching at Calvert Hall High School and Morgan State University.
Jacoby Jones was a leader on and off the field. He exemplified grace under pressure and elevated our beloved Ravens. He was dedicated to lifting our young people, coaching at Calvert Hall HS and Morgan State.
— Governor Wes Moore (@GovWesMoore) July 14, 2024
We will miss Jacoby dearly and our hearts are with the Jones family.
The governor says Jacoby will be dearly missed.