Former Ravens Receiver Jacoby Jones Cause Of Death Revealed: Reports

BALTIMORE, MD — A Louisiana coroner has released the cause of death for former Baltimore Ravens receiver Jacoby Jones, according to multiple reports.

Jones, 40, died of hypertensive cardiovascular disease, according to a Baltimore Banner report citing the Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office. The coroner's office ruled Jones died of natural causes.

Hypertensive heart disease happens when a person has unmanaged high blood pressure for a long time, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The added strain on the heart can lead to heart failure or other health problems.

Jones died on July 14 at his home in New Orleans, reports said.

According to ESPN, Jones had 203 catches for 2,733 yards and 14 touchdowns in 128 career games (33 starts) with the Houston Texans (2007-11), Ravens (2012-14), Pittsburgh Steelers (2015) and then-San Diego Chargers (2015).

For the past two years, Jones served as the receivers coach at Alabama State, and in April was hired as the coach of the Beaumont Renegades, an Arena football franchise set to begin play in 2025.

His coaching career included becoming the tight ends coach at Morgan State University, WBAL-TV reported.

The Ravens organization said Jones was beloved for his warmth and effervescent personality.

"I loved Jacoby Jones," Head Coach John Harbaugh said in a statement. "We all did. His spirit, enthusiasm and love for people were powerful. He was a light."