Former NFL offensive lineman Jordan Devey, a Super Bowl champion who later dedicated his life to coaching young athletes and serving his community, has died at 38.

Devey, who won Super Bowl XLIX with the New England Patriots in 2015, died by suicide, according to reports.

His wife, Linsey Devey, shared a heartbreaking tribute on Instagram, writing that the couple was just days away from celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary.

“We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles, and triumphs,” she wrote. “We brought 4 beautiful children into this world that have your eyes, freckles, and compassion. You were our hero and our hearts ache in your absence. We love you. We miss you.”

In recent years, Devey had been coaching high school athletes in Eagle, Idaho, where he was remembered as far more than a former NFL player. His team honored him in an emotional Instagram post, saying his impact would continue to be felt long after his death.

“The fields won’t feel the same without him,” the team wrote. “Every practice, every game, every lesson about teamwork, perseverance, and doing things the right way carries a piece of what Jordan stood for. Rest easy, coach.”

Devey’s family also remembered him in a GoFundMe post as a devoted father, husband, coach, and man of faith whose influence reached well beyond football.

They praised his “commitment to uplifting those around him,” adding that he faithfully served in his church and offered “support, counsel, and friendship to anyone in need.”

Before reaching the NFL, Devey played college football at Snow College in Utah and later at the University of Memphis. He began his professional career with the Baltimore Ravens in 2013 before joining the Patriots the following year.

He went on to play for several teams over the course of his NFL career, including the San Francisco 49ers, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, and Buffalo Bills.

Devey retired from professional football in 2021, leaving behind a career that included a Super Bowl ring, years in the league, and a reputation for hard work and leadership.

But to those closest to him, his greatest legacy was not what he accomplished on the field. It was the family he loved, the players he mentored, and the lives he touched through quiet acts of service.

He is survived by his wife and their four children.