Brittany Mahomes, wife of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has publicly offered support to the family of former NFL player Jordan Devey, who died by suicide at the age of 38. Devey's death was confirmed by his wife, Lindsey, last week, on what would have been their 15th wedding anniversary. He is also survived by four young children.
Mahomes shared a link to a GoFundMe campaign established to assist Lindsey and her children during this difficult time, urging those who felt inclined to contribute. "This family is going through an incredibly devastating time and any love, prayers or donations sent their way would be such a blessing!" she wrote.
Devey, an offensive lineman, played for the Kansas City Chiefs for two seasons starting in 2016, during Patrick Mahomes's early career. He also played for the New England Patriots in 2014, contributing to their Super Bowl victory, and later for the Buffalo Bills before his career concluded in August 2021.
In an emotional Instagram tribute, Lindsey Devey announced her husband's passing. "We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles, and triumphs," she wrote. "We brought 4 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.'"
The GoFundMe page, which had raised approximately $125,000 as of Monday morning, detailed the tragic circumstances of his death. "Tragically, Jordan took his own life, leaving his family to navigate an incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time," the page stated. "As they face overwhelming emotional and financial challenges, including mounting medical expenses, the community is coming together to support Lindsey and their children."
Following his NFL career, Devey moved into coaching, most recently serving as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Eagle High School in Idaho. His parents, Kerry and Leslie Devey, have expressed suspicions that Jordan may have had Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), a degenerative brain disease. However, CTE can only be diagnosed posthumously, and the manner of Jordan's death prevents testing.
"Because of the condition of what happened with his death, we're not going to be able to test for that and have a definitive answer," Kerry Devey told Fox 13. His mother, Leslie, urged anyone struggling with mental health to seek help, stating, "We want people to understand that it's okay to reach out, that help is there - and there's nothing wrong with you for reaching out. You're not fighting the battle alone."
For those in need of support, the confidential 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the U.S. can be reached by calling or texting 988, or through online chat at 988lifeline.org.