An autopsy revealed Jaylon Ferguson that the Ravens linebacker died from the combined effects of fentanyl and cocaine, the Maryland chief medical examiner’s office confirmed to NFL.com on Friday.
The manner of Ferguson’s death was judged accidental, according to the office. The office has not yet released the official autopsy report.
Ferguson was found unresponsive at his home in Baltimore on the night of June 21. Paramedics pronounced the 26-year-old dead at the scene after failed attempts to revive him. Baltimore police said there were no signs of shock and no tampering with the preliminary results was expected.
The Ravens announced Ferguson’s death the next morning, and an outpouring of love and support from the NFL community soon followed when the tragic news was announced.
After confirmation from the medical examiner’s office on Friday, Baltimore issued an additional statement regarding Ferguson’s death.
“Our priority is on the man who was Gaylon and the positive impact he has had on so many as a father, son, fiancé, friend and teammate,” Ravens said in the statement. “It would be inappropriate for us to comment further as we continue to support his family and teammates, who are grieving the tragic loss of a loved one and will celebrate his life. [Saturday]. “
Ferguson was a third-round draft pick by the Ravens in 2019 after a successful college career at Louisiana Tech. In three NFL seasons, Ferguson has produced 67 tackles and 4.5 sacks in 38 games.