Parents Raise Concerns of CTE in Former NFL Player’s Suicide
The parents of former NFL player Jordan Devey, who played for five teams during his seven-year career and won a Super Bowl with the Patriots, are concerned he may have had CTE before his suicide at age 38.
New York, NY, July 25, 2026 —
The parents of former NFL player Jordan Devey have expressed concerns that their son may have been suffering from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) prior to his death by suicide at the age of 38. Devey, whose career in the National Football League spanned seven years, played for five different teams. He was also a member of the New England Patriots team that won a Super Bowl.
The family’s concerns highlight the ongoing discussions and research surrounding the long-term neurological effects of playing professional football. CTE is a degenerative brain disease associated with repeated head trauma, a common occurrence in football players due to tackles and impacts during games and practices.
Information regarding the specific circumstances or medical history leading up to Devey’s death beyond his parents’ concerns about CTE was not provided. The timeline of his NFL career and the specific teams he played for are noted, alongside his Super Bowl win. The age of 38 at the time of his passing is also a key detail in the family’s public statements.
The potential link between Devey’s football career and his struggles with mental health and suicide is a sensitive issue that has been increasingly studied and discussed within the sports and medical communities. Further details concerning any medical evaluations or diagnoses related to CTE for Jordan Devey were not made available in the provided summary.
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