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Arthur Jones, who played for the Indianapolis Colts from 2014-16, died at the age of 39, the Baltimore Ravens announced Friday. No information was provided on the cause of his death.
Jones was just a two-star recruit from Rochester, N.Y. and became a fifth-round pick of the Baltimore Ravens out of Syracuse in 2010 but developed into a top defensive lineman, winning a Super Bowl and signing with the Colts as a free agent in 2014.
"We are terribly saddened to learn of Arthur Jones' sudden passing," the Ravens said in a statement. "Arthur's presence was a gift to everyone he encountered. His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continuously uplifted others.
"We send our deepest condolences to the Jones family and all who loved Arthur."
A 2014 IndyStar story on Jones highlighted how important his family was to him, including his sons Art IV, then 4, and Skylar, 1.
"I see them playing and wrestling and kissing and singing," Camille, Jones' wife, said in a phone interview at the time. "I'm so proud because I see another generation coming up the right way."
Jones also had a love of dogs with five Spanish Mastiffs at the time: Samson, Achilles, Athena, Pumpkin and Red. He frequently gave time to animal shelters in his career. His brother, Jon Jones, was a UFC heavyweight champion and Chandler Jones played in the NFL as well.
Athur Jones was signed to a five-year, $33-million deal with the Colts in 2014 but appeared in just 17 games over three seasons with the Colts. He made 53 tackles, 4 for loss and 1.5 sacks, for the Colts.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Arthur Jones, a former Colts DT, dies at the age of 39
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Jones was just a two-star recruit from Rochester, N.Y. and became a fifth-round pick of the Baltimore Ravens out of Syracuse in 2010 but developed into a top defensive lineman, winning a Super Bowl and signing with the Colts as a free agent in 2014.
"We are terribly saddened to learn of Arthur Jones' sudden passing," the Ravens said in a statement. "Arthur's presence was a gift to everyone he encountered. His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continuously uplifted others.
"We send our deepest condolences to the Jones family and all who loved Arthur."
A 2014 IndyStar story on Jones highlighted how important his family was to him, including his sons Art IV, then 4, and Skylar, 1.
"I see them playing and wrestling and kissing and singing," Camille, Jones' wife, said in a phone interview at the time. "I'm so proud because I see another generation coming up the right way."
Jones also had a love of dogs with five Spanish Mastiffs at the time: Samson, Achilles, Athena, Pumpkin and Red. He frequently gave time to animal shelters in his career. His brother, Jon Jones, was a UFC heavyweight champion and Chandler Jones played in the NFL as well.
Athur Jones was signed to a five-year, $33-million deal with the Colts in 2014 but appeared in just 17 games over three seasons with the Colts. He made 53 tackles, 4 for loss and 1.5 sacks, for the Colts.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Arthur Jones, a former Colts DT, dies at the age of 39
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