SUPER Bowl champion Jordan Devey has died by suicide aged 38.

The former NFL star’s heartbroken wife paid tribute to her late husband by calling him “our hero”.

NFL: AUG 21 Preseason - Bills at BearsFormer Super Bowl champ Jordan Devey has died aged 38 Credit: Getty

Announcing his death on Instagram, Linsey Devey wrote: “Today would have been our 15th year anniversary.

“We have filled the walls of our homes and hearts with countless memories, joys, struggles, and triumphs.

“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.

NINTCHDBPICT001097459310His wife paid a touching tribute to the late NFL star Credit: GoFundMe

“We love you. We miss you. And as you said in your last words to me: ‘we’ll talk soon.'”

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