Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Tomlin and NFL World React to Passing of Jacoby Jones

Originally posted on Steelers Now | By Chris Ward | Last updated Jul 14, 2024 12:40 PM ET

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and players, coaches from across the NFL reacted to the sudden passing of Jacoby Jones on Sunday morning. Jones was found on Sunday after dying in his sleep, according to Aaron Wilson of KRPC Houston.

Jones was best known for his return-game prowess over his nine-year NFL career and his receiving and a return touchdown in the win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII.

Jones spent one season with the Steelers, his final year in the NFL in 2015. He played four games in Pittsburgh, exclusively as a punt and kick returner.

While with the Ravens in 2013, Tomlin disrupted his progress down the sideline, preventing him from scoring a touchdown. Tomlin claimed he did so accidentally. He was later fined $100,000 for the incident. It was on of the most notable Steelers-related moments in Jones’ career.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Jacoby Jones during this difficult time. I enjoyed coaching him during his time with the Steelers.

— Mike Tomlin (@CoachTomlin) July 14, 2024

Jacoby was one of the most fun-loving teammates and people I’ve ever been around. Always dancing and laughing, with a permanent smile on his face.

Gone far, far too soon.

R.I.P Jacoby Jones.

pic.twitter.com/7r2aIJrb13

— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) July 14, 2024

R.I.P Jacoby

— (@Patrickqueen_) July 14, 2024

Jacoby Jones was an absolute legend.. he was beloved by literally everybody he met and lit up every room/field he walked into/onto.

Rest easy my brother.. we will miss your presence. pic.twitter.com/mq878eSH7Y

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) July 14, 2024

My brother! I thank God for the memories and your impact on this world. You were 1 of 1 ! Your play on the field and jokes will live on forever! We have Momma Jones a Lil Coby’s back for life! This one hurt me man! We are going to miss you!

Love you bro! pic.twitter.com/r9MZKU4sqb

— Torrey Smith (@TorreySmithWR) July 14, 2024

The NFL is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Super Bowl champion Jacoby Jones.

Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones. pic.twitter.com/iP6taRGpho

— NFL (@NFL) July 14, 2024

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