The sporting world is mourning the death of Arthur Jones , the former Super Bowl-winning defensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens . Jones, 39, was the oldest of three brother who came from a family of elite athletes, including legendary UFC champion Jon Jones. In fact, Arthur nearly followed his younger brother into mixed martial arts.

Arthur contemplated fighting MMA during the 2011 NFL Lockout. In March 2011, the NFL and the players' union failed to agree on a new collective bargaining agreement. Owners imposed a lockout, shutting down team facilities and workouts and stopped paying players' contracts. With Arthur unable to train or workout with his Baltimore Ravens teammates during the lockout, which lasted until July 25, he seriously considered taking an MMA fight.

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