Former defensive lineman Aldon Smith dies at 36 (opens original article in a new tab)

Former NFL defensive lineman Aldon Smith died at 36 in the Bay Area. He played six seasons in the league, set a franchise sack record, and faced off-field challenges that impacted his career.

• Former NFL defensive lineman Aldon Smith died at 36 in the Bay Area.
• Smith played six seasons in the NFL for the 49ers, Raiders, and Cowboys, with a franchise record of 19.5 sacks in 2012.
• Smith faced multiple off-field issues including DUI arrests and substance abuse suspensions, leading to his career's decline.