ARTHUR JONES, SUPER BOWL-WINNING LINEMAN WITH RAVENS, DIES AT AGE 39

Sudden passing of former NFL lineman Arthur Jones, who died aged 39

 

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Who Was Arthur Jones?

• Full name: Arthur Willis Jones III

• Born: June 3, 1986, in Rochester, New York 

• College: Syracuse University, where he played defensive line and made a mark in college football. 

• Draft & NFL career: He was selected by the Baltimore Ravens in the 5th round (157th overall) of the 2010 NFL Draft. 
  

  • He played for the Ravens from 2010 to 2013.

  • Later, he played for the Indianapolis Colts and then had a stint with Washington (then Redskins) before retiring. 

• Super Bowl & key achievements:

  

  • Jones was part of the Ravens’ team that won Super Bowl XLVII (2012 season). 

  • In that Super Bowl, he recorded a sack of quarterback Colin Kaepernick and also had a fumble recovery. 

  • Over his NFL career, he totaled 173 tackles, 10 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles across 64 games (31 starts) 

• Family & relations:

  • He was the older brother of prominent sports figures: Jon “Bones” Jones (UFC legend) and Chandler Jones (NFL defensive end) 

  • His influence and presence in their lives have been noted in media reports. 

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Death & Reactions

• Date of death: October 3, 2025 

• Location: At his home in Pompey, New York

• Circumstances:

  • The Ravens and media described his death as sudden. 

  • According to 911 dispatch logs, his home defibrillator was activated, triggering a fire and medical response; however, no definitive cause has been publicly released so far. 

• Tributes & statements:

  • Ravens GM Eric DeCosta: “Arthur’s presence was a gift … His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continuously uplifted others.” 

  • Syracuse’s athletic director also praised his ongoing support for the program after his playing days and his positive impact on student-athletes. 

  • Many fans, former teammates, and observers publicly expressed shock, sadness, and condolences, recalling his warmth, humor, and generosity. 

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Legacy & What He Meant

Arthur Jones will be remembered not just for his on-field performance as a Super Bowl champion, but also for being a positive, uplifting presence among teammates, in his college community, and within his family. His role as an elder brother to two star athletes is often noted, and in many ways, his life influenced theirs.

The fact that his passing is sudden and the cause not yet publicly known adds a somber, unresolved note to the tragedy.