Former NFL offensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Jordan Devey has died by suicide at the age of 38.
The versatile professional enjoyed a seven-year career in American football, representing five different franchises across the league.
He achieved the sport’s ultimate prize in February 2015, securing a championship ring with the New England Patriots.
During his tenure in the professional ranks, the guard and tackle made 44 regular-season appearances, including 21 starts.
Heartbreaking tributes paid to devoted father
Devey’s wife, Linsey, announced the tragic news on social media on what would have been the couple’s 15th wedding anniversary.
“We brought four 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. And as you said in your last words to me, ‘we’ll talk soon.'”
A fundraising campaign established to assist the grieving family with mounting medical and immediate financial expenses has already surpassed $90,000.
A lasting community legacy
Beyond his elite sporting achievements, the 38-year-old was a dedicated high school coach who heavily inspired the next generation of young athletes.
The former Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers player spent countless hours volunteering his time to mentor students at Eagle High School.
“He was deeply loved by the players who saw him as a mentor, role model, and friend,” a statement on the family’s fundraising page read.
“His commitment to uplifting those around him extended far beyond sports, as he faithfully served in his church, offering support, counsel, and friendship to anyone in need.”
NFL journey across the United States
After initially establishing himself in the demanding sport, the powerful lineman also spent time on the rosters of both the Kansas City Chiefs and Las Vegas Raiders.
His sudden passing has generated an immense outpouring of support and condolences from the wider American football community.
Anyone affected by the issues raised in this article can contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the United States, or access dedicated international mental health support services.
Atletico Madrid have told Arsenal they will only sanction the sale of Argentine forward Julian Alvarez if Viktor Gyokeres is included as a direct replacement.
The Spanish giants are completely ruling out a domestic transfer to La Liga rivals Barcelona this summer.
However, negotiations with the North London club remain a distinct possibility, provided the Swedish marksman moves in the opposite direction.
Club officials are currently prioritising incoming transfers before finalising any major departures from the Metropolitano Stadium.
Salah nears Besiktas switch after Anfield exit
Elsewhere in the market, Mohamed Salah is edging closer to joining Besiktas on a free transfer after departing Liverpool last month.
The former Reds talisman has struck an agreement in principle over a 12-month contract, which includes an option for a further year.
Besiktas head coach Vincenzo Italiano has spearheaded efforts to sign the Egyptian attacker following his immensely successful nine-year tenure on Merseyside.
Real Madrid launch massive double pursuit
In Germany, RB Leipzig have firmly rejected a €100m bid from Real Madrid for highly-rated forward Yan Diomande.
The Spanish heavyweights matched a previous proposal from Liverpool, but both lucrative offers fell short of the Bundesliga side’s steep valuation.
Paris Saint-Germain are also monitoring the situation closely, having already agreed personal terms with the promising attacker until 2031.
Simultaneously, the Champions League holders are increasingly confident of securing Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
The international midfield maestro has entered the final year of his contract at Etihad Stadium and is yet to commit to a new deal.
Villa target Jackson as Watkins replacement
Finally, Aston Villa have opened formal talks with Chelsea over a permanent £65m deal for Nicolas Jackson.
Manager Unai Emery is keen to reunite with the Senegal international at Villa Park this season.
The Midlands club view the forward as their preferred successor to Ollie Watkins, who is heavily linked with a move to Turkish outfit Fenerbahce.
Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent will be officially inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown this weekend following their legendary major league careers.
The trio forms the celebrated Class of 2026, marking the ultimate recognition for their outstanding contributions to the sport.
Beltran cements his legacy as one of the most complete outfielders of his generation.
The former Houston Astros star is one of only eight players in history to register at least 300 home runs and 300 stolen bases.
Five-tool phenom
A native of Puerto Rico, the switch-hitter initially burst onto the national stage during a spectacular 2004 postseason run.
He smashed eight home runs and stole six bases over 12 playoff games, showcasing an unprecedented blend of power and speed.
“He was Superman. It was a display of something I’d never seen before.”
– Craig Biggio, former Houston Astros teammate
Beyond that magical October, the nine-time All-Star finished his distinguished career with 435 home runs, three Gold Gloves and an extraordinary 86.4% stolen base success rate.
Defensive masterclass
Jones joins his contemporary in Cooperstown after establishing himself as arguably the greatest defensive centre fielder in baseball history.
The former Atlanta Braves prodigy announced his arrival by hitting two home runs in Game 1 of the 1996 World Series as a 19-year-old.
He subsequently secured 10 consecutive Gold Gloves while launching 434 career home runs.
Both outfielders join an exclusive group, becoming just the fourth and fifth primary centre fielders to debut after 1960 and reach the sport’s highest honour.
Record-breaking infielder
Kent completes the distinguished trio after being elected by the contemporary baseball era committee last December.
The 2000 National League MVP holds the all-time record for the most home runs hit by a second baseman.
Together, these three icons now take their rightful place among the immortals of America’s pastime.
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has agreed personal terms with Juventus over a summer transfer, though a significant gap remains in the clubs’ valuation of the player.
According to Italian journalist Alessio Lento, the World Cup winner has locked in a preliminary agreement to join the Serie A side.
However, a substantial difference in the transfer fee valuation must be bridged before any formal deal can be completed.
The Midlands club’s chief executive has publicly stated there are zero plans to let their number one leave this summer.
Villa’s tumultuous transfer window continues
A departure for the Argentine would mark another massive blow for manager Unai Emery during a highly disruptive pre-season.
The Premier League side have already lost key figures, with Morgan Rogers recently joining Chelsea for a record-breaking £117m fee.
Furthermore, Paris St-Germain and Manchester United recently triggered the release clauses of Lucas Digne and Youri Tielemans respectively.
Adding to Emery’s woes, midfielder Amadou Onana is expected to miss most of the upcoming campaign after suffering a serious knee injury.
Replacing an irreplaceable figure
The 31-year-old stopper was instrumental last season, helping the team secure a fourth-place league finish and continental glory in the Europa League.
His leadership and imposing presence at Villa Park are considered crucial to maintaining the standards required for continued success.
While the Italian giants have not abandoned their pursuit, prising the South American away from England appears to be a monumental task.
Newly promoted Ipswich Town have completed the signing of Japan forward Daizen Maeda from Celtic in a £10m deal on a three-year contract.
The versatile attacker departs Glasgow having secured an impressive 10 major honours during a highly successful stint in Scottish football.
He scored 79 goals for the Hoops across all competitions and played a crucial role in establishing domestic dominance initially under former manager Ange Postecoglou.
Despite struggling for consistency earlier last season, the forward finished the campaign strongly with nine goals in his final seven appearances to help secure a league and cup double.
World Cup exploits and Premier League dream
The lightning-fast winger arrives at Portman Road fresh from an impressive summer representing his national team at the World Cup.
He found the back of the net during the tournament as Japan reached the last 32 before ultimately falling to South American heavyweights Brazil.
A move south of the border fulfills a long-held ambition for the experienced international, who had consistently reiterated his desire to test himself in England’s top tier.
Tractor Boys prepare for top-flight return
His arrival provides a significant attacking boost for the Tractor Boys ahead of their highly anticipated return to the Premier League.
The Suffolk club will kick off their new top-flight campaign when they host Sunderland in a home fixture on 22 August.
Supporters will be hoping their new marquee signing can immediately translate his potent Scottish Premiership form to the English game as they bid to secure their top-division status.
Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi has warned that any players who are not proud and happy to represent the club must leave this summer, amid ongoing speculation regarding Lucas Bergvall’s future.
The Italian tactician made his feelings clear ahead of a pre-season friendly against Auckland FC in New Zealand.
His uncompromising stance comes as Nottingham Forest prepare an improved £45m offer for the Sweden midfielder, having seen an initial £38m bid rejected.
Demand for motivation and pride
The former Brighton manager took charge of the north London side late last March, successfully steering them away from the threat of Premier League relegation.
“I said, who doesn’t want to stay in Tottenham? Who is not happy, is not proud to stay here, has to leave,” De Zerbi stated.
“I want the players to be proud and happy to stay here, to go on the pitch in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with big motivation.”
Midfield competition intensifies
Bergvall saw his playing time severely restricted under the new regime during the closing stages of the previous campaign.
The 20-year-old started the manager’s first match in charge against Sunderland but was subsequently limited to just four substitute appearances.
Competition for places has only intensified following a massive £185m double swoop for top-tier midfielders.
Spurs have secured Sandro Tonali in a blockbuster deal from Newcastle United, alongside Mateus Fernandes from West Ham.
Upcoming talks and transfer targets
“I have not spoken with Lucas yet. I will in the next days and we will make the best decision for the club, for Lucas, for me, for every one of us, without problems,” De Zerbi added.
The head coach noted that if the Swedish talent wishes to depart, a solution will be found alongside sporting director Johan Lange and chief executive Vinai Venkatesham.
The Tottenham hierarchy has already reinforced the defence with the acquisitions of Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, and Marcos Senesi.
Attention will now shift towards bolstering the attacking line before the summer window closes.
Injury updates on key attackers
“We have to finish, we have to bring another couple of, maybe more, maybe not less, but a couple of players,” he confirmed.
Meanwhile, influential wingers Mohammed Kudus and Dejan Kulusevski have remained in London to continue their rehabilitation from long-term setbacks.
The Ghanaian international is nearing full fitness following a thigh issue and is expected to resume team training shortly.
However, the medical staff will need another couple of weeks to assess Kulusevski’s recovery from a severe knee injury.
Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have withdrawn from the Canadian Open in Montreal, prompting the tournament director to call for urgent changes to the demanding tennis calendar.
The recent Wimbledon champion stated his decision to skip the August ATP event was strictly to prioritise his physical health.
He will be joined on the sidelines by the 24-time Grand Slam winner, with both men repeating their absences from last year’s edition in Toronto.
Carlos Alcaraz is also missing the Masters 1000 tournament as the Spaniard continues his recovery from a wrist injury that has sidelined him since April.
Canadian Open demands calendar adjustments
Valerie Tetreault, the tournament director, expressed deep disappointment over the high-profile absences.
“We respect their decisions and understand that, with such a demanding schedule, players’ health must remain the priority.”
She warned that the frequency of late withdrawals from flagship events raises a broader, systemic issue for the sport.
“We are already in discussions with the ATP to ensure this matter receives serious consideration.”
The tournament chief firmly believes future adjustments are required to protect the integrity of the Masters 1000 tier while acknowledging the realities athletes face.
Growing concerns over congested 11-month season
The Montreal event sits precariously in a packed summer swing, directly preceding the Cincinnati Open and the US Open.
Seven of the nine Masters 1000 tournaments have recently expanded to a demanding 12-day format.
This expansion has intensified criticism of a gruelling tennis calendar that now stretches across 11 months of the year for elite competitors.
Top players have repeatedly voiced frustration over the physical toll of the tour.
“They are going to kill us in some way,” stated Alcaraz in September 2024.
Late pull-outs spark penalty debate
The issue of player fatigue and sudden exits has permeated both major professional circuits.
British pair Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu recently withdrew from Wimbledon on the eve of the tournament due to fitness concerns.
Draper, managing a long-term arm injury, admitted that the sheer volume of physical setbacks among leading players is highly concerning.
Earlier this year, top-ranked WTA stars Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek pulled out of the Dubai Championships just two days before it commenced.
That incident led Dubai tournament director Salah Tahlak to controversially suggest that athletes making late withdrawals should be docked ranking points.
The Belarusian star swiftly branded that criticism as “ridiculous”, warning she may never play the tournament again.
Olympic champion Noah Lyles has clocked a world-leading time of 9.79 seconds to secure victory in the 100m at the US athletics championships in New York.
The 29-year-old American delivered a flawless performance at Icahn Stadium to match the exact personal best he set when winning gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
His blistering run surpassed the previous global standard for the 2026 season, eclipsing the 9.82 seconds established by Jamaica’s Oblique Seville in June.
Maintaining dominance in an off year
Lyles was quick to assert his authority on the track following his commanding performance against a stellar domestic field.
“I think I made that ‘I’m still the world’s fastest man’ statement,” said the reigning Olympic champion.
Ronnie Baker and Kenny Bednarek both crossed the line in 9.88 seconds to finish second and third respectively.
Former world champion Christian Coleman was forced to settle for fourth place after recording a time of 9.93 seconds.
“Just because it is an off year doesn’t mean that I plan to run slow,” Lyles added regarding the absence of major global championships this season.
“This is me being me and being me is dominant, being consistent.”
Richardson secures women’s title
In the women’s event, Sha’Carri Richardson demonstrated her enduring class by storming to victory in 10.77 seconds.
The 2023 world champion has faced significant challenges off the track but produced a composed run to secure the national crown.
“It just feels phenomenal to be back in a better place, just healthy mentally, physically and emotionally,” the American sprinter explained.
“Everything me and coach have been working on, it’s starting to show consistently.”