NFL Star Reveals Sudden Death Of Infant Son At Just Six Months Old

NFL wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. and his family must be going through an unimaginably difficult time right now after the death of their youngest child, Marlo.

The Detroit Lions football player announced the heartbreaking news on Saturday, posting an Instagram picture of the adorable six-month-old while announcing the child’s passing. At this time, it’s unclear what caused the boy’s death, but quickly, condolences came in from around the world.

Here is the popular NFL star’s announcement, as you can see (below):

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Yesterday the Lord called home a piece of my family’s heart, Marlo. It is hard to believe that our little angel, our fighter from day one, our son “Marlito” has unfortunately passed away and is no longer here with us. Marlo, the joy that you brought to us everyday, with that smile, and that energy was like heaven on earth. You will always be in our hearts. We will always remember you. We did not get the chance to hear your first words (It would’ve been in Spanish too) ☺️. We didn’t get to see you run with your brothers and sister, you ran with them with your eyes everyday. We know that everything that We do from here on out will be with you. Every step we take, you will be with us. Whenever we have a bad day, We will think of your smile. We miss you already buddy and will forever love you. Rest peacefully our sweet baby boy. You have gained your wings ????????????????

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And along with that adorable picture of Marlo, the former University of California football star added (below):

“Yesterday the Lord called home a piece of my family’s heart, Marlo. It is hard to believe that our little angel, our fighter from day one, our son ‘Marlito’ has unfortunately passed away and is no longer here with us. Marlo, the joy that you brought to us everyday, with that smile, and that energy was like heaven on earth. You will always be in our hearts. We will always remember you.”

He continued:

“We did not get the chance to hear your first words (It would’ve been in Spanish too). We didn’t get to see you run with your brothers and sister, you ran with them with your eyes everyday. We know that everything that We do from here on out will be with you. Every step we take, you will be with us. Whenever we have a bad day, We will think of your smile. We miss you already buddy and will forever love you. Rest peacefully our sweet baby boy. You have gained your wings.”

So, so awful.

Jones also shares sons Marvin Jones III, 10; Mareon, 8; and Murrell, 4; and daughter Mya Love, 3, with wife Jazmyn Jones.

The Lions also released their own statement on Saturday about their team member, saying:

“Earlier today, we were informed by Marvin and Jazmyn Jones about the sudden passing of their youngest son, Marlo. The Detroit Lions fully support Marvin and Jazmyn during this extremely difficult time. Marvin and Jazmyn embody the true meaning of family, and the example they set has made them an inspiration to so many in our community. We thank everyone for the outpouring of support. On behalf of the Jones family, we ask that everyone respect the privacy of the matter at this time.”

The Lions are currently playing the Green Bay Packers this afternoon; Jones injured his ankle in a game two weeks ago and wasn’t expected to play today, anyways.

Still, we can’t even imagine how awful this is for his family.

RIP, Marlo.

[Image via Marvin Jones Jr./Instagram]