Sports world mourning Arthur Jones’ sudden and shocking passing at age 39 remains stunned and devastated, leaving many who knew and appreciated his achievements feeling devastated and sad. Unfortunately, no cause of his passing has yet been disclosed and leaves a deep sense of grief among loved ones of Arthur’s.
Arthur Jones’ untimely demise has sent shockwaves through both the NFL (where he excelled as an aggressive defensive tackle), and UFC. Both organizations extended their deepest sympathies to his family; prompting many individuals from around sports to pay their own tributes and send letters. The UFC’s formal expression of its sympathies marked only the start of an outpouring of tributes from across various industries and platforms.
Figures like Dana White, Tony Ferguson, and Derek Brunson have publicly shared their condolences, with White offering a simple yet powerful prayer emoji as a sign of support. Josh Thomson, a former fighter, expressed his deep sadness over Arthur’s death and sent condolences to Jon Jones and their family, highlighting the profound impact Arthur had on those around him.
Conor McGregor, in a tribute to Arthur, described him as a “great man, a friendly giant,” illustrating how deeply Arthur’s personality and character resonated with people far beyond his professional achievements. Likewise, commentator Jon Anik spoke to Arthur’s ability to connect with and uplift everyone he met, underscoring the loss felt within the UFC community.
Arthur Jones distinguished himself not only through his athletic prowess but also through his resilience and spirit. His career highlights include significant success with the Baltimore Ravens, contributing to their Super Bowl XLVII victory, and his time with the Colts and Washington. His legacy extends beyond statistics, remembered for his indomitable spirit and positive energy.
Jon Jones, known for his close relationship with his brothers, has often credited Arthur and their other brother Chandler for instilling in him a competitive edge and resilience. Despite the tragedy, the love and respect between the brothers remain evident, with Jon previously expressing admiration for Arthur’s potential crossover success in MMA.
Remembering Arthur Jones
Jon once speculated on Arthur’s potential in mixed martial arts, admiring both his strength and mindset. This sentiment was shared by Eric DeCosta of Baltimore Ravens who noted Arthur’s infectious energy.
Arthur Jones leaves an enormous void in our hearts; beyond football achievements he will always be remembered fondly as someone kind and resilient. Our thoughts go out to his family at this difficult time as the community mourns with them.