Buffalo, NY — Bills Mafia is coming together in prayer after heartbreaking news that former Buffalo Bills legend Henry Jones has been diagnosed with Stage IV glioblastoma, one of the most aggressive and incurable forms of brain cancer. The diagnosis has sent shockwaves through the Buffalo community and across the NFL.
According to his family, Jones’ health has declined rapidly in recent months. He is now confined to bed, receiving palliative care as doctors focus on easing pain and keeping him comfortable. His wife shared an emotional update that left many fans in tears:
“He can only lie in bed and rely on pain medication to make it through each day.”
Always by his side is a deeply meaningful reminder of who he is and what he gave to the game —
the Buffalo Bills jersey from the final season of his career.
“That Bills jersey is always next to him,” his wife said. “It’s like a silent teammate, helping him fight this disease the same way he fought for Buffalo all those years.”
Henry Jones’ legacy in Buffalo is etched into franchise history. A first-round pick in the 1991 NFL Draft, Jones quickly became the heart of the Bills’ defense during the team’s legendary Super Bowl era. He earned
two Pro Bowl selections, was named First-Team All-Pro, and played a pivotal role in four consecutive Super Bowl appearances — a run unmatched in NFL history.
Known for his intelligence, physicality, and leadership at safety, Jones was the quarterback of the defense, trusted to make adjustments, deliver big hits, and rise in the biggest moments. He represented everything Bills fans value: toughness, accountability, and unwavering commitment to the team.
Today, that same warrior spirit defines his fight off the field — a battle far tougher than any he faced on Sundays. While the Jones family asks for privacy during this difficult time,
Bills Mafia is rallying, flooding social media with prayers, memories, and gratitude for a man who helped define an era of Buffalo football.
This moment goes beyond wins, losses, or championships. It’s about standing together for one of Buffalo’s own.
❤️💙 Bills Mafia, please keep Henry Jones and his family in your prayers. Once a Bill — always a Bill.
