Former NFL defensive end and XFL player Chris Smith has died, according to his agent Drew Rosenhaus. He was only 31.
-- a former NFL defensive end who was playing in the XFL this season -- has passed away, according to his agent. He was only 31.confirmed the devastating news via Twitter on Tuesday, sending condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones.Details surrounding his passing are unknown at this time.
Several tributes from fans and athletes were shared on social media after the announcement, including Buffalo Bills'Cleveland Browns starsaid the death of Smith is heartbreaking as he was a"hometown hero" and had"such a kind soul." Smith was a fifth-round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft after spending four seasons with the Arkansas Razorbacks where he was named Second-team All-SEC.
The North Carolina native played for the Jaguars, Bengals, Browns, Panthers, Raiders, Ravens, and Texans during his 8-year NFL career. He had 80 total tackles, 11 sacks, and 4 forced fumbles.Petara Cordero,Smith was starting a new career in the XFL and just signed with the Seattle Sea Dragons on March 9.
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