Former NFL Defensive End Aldon Smith Dies at 36
Aldon Smith, a former NFL defensive end who was the No. 7 pick in the 2011 draft, has died at the age of 36. His death was confirmed by the San Francisco 49ers, though the cause was not disclosed. Smith played six seasons in the NFL for the 49ers, Oakland Raiders, and Dallas Cowboys, with his career impacted by off-field incidents and suspensions.
Aldon Smith, a former defensive end in the National Football League, died Saturday at the age of 36.
The San Francisco 49ers announced Smith's death, stating that the cause of death was not disclosed.
Smith was a prominent player in the NFL, having been selected as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. He played six seasons in the league.
During his professional career, Smith was a member of the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders, and the Dallas Cowboys. His career was noted to have been affected by off-field incidents and subsequent suspensions.
(Source: The Guardian Sport)
