Baltimore Ravens' Jacoby Jones Dies at 40

Former NFL Receiver and Super Bowl Hero

Jones was a key player in the Ravens' Super Bowl XLVII Victory

Jacoby Jones, the former NFL receiver and kick returner who helped the Baltimore Ravens win Super Bowl XLVII with the longest play in the game's history, has died at the age of 40, according to a statement released by his family on Sunday.

Jones, who played for the Ravens from 2012 to 2014, had a memorable performance in Super Bowl XLVII, scoring two touchdowns, including a 56-yard touchdown pass from Super Bowl MVP quarterback Joe Flacco that put the Ravens up 21-3.

Jones' 108-yard kickoff return in 2013 remains the longest touchdown in Super Bowl history.

Jones' death has left the football community and his many fans mourning. He was a talented player and a beloved teammate who will be remembered for his contributions to the Ravens' Super Bowl victory.