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Last updated: June 14, 2026, 5:43 AM ET

Former NFL Player Death

Former NFL defensive end passed away at 36, ending a six-year career that included stints with the San Francisco 49ers, Las Vegas Raiders, and Dallas Cowboys. Smith's death on Saturday marks a somber moment for the league, as the former Pro Bowl performer leaves behind a complicated legacy marked by both on-field talent and off-field struggles that ultimately led to his departure from professional football.