# Aldon Smith's Tragic Passing

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Podcast: [San Francisco 49ers News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/san-francisco-49ers-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7434867)
Published: 2026-06-14T19:30:09+00:00
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## Resource

Former NFL star Aldon Smith, 36, died unexpectedly in a friend’s car after a day volunteering for a homeless charity—his passing has left the football world stunned. Once hailed as a top pass rusher with the 49ers, Smith battled substance abuse and legal troubles that derailed his career, yet he made a triumphant return in 2020 and even recently mentored rookies. The 49ers mourned his loss, praising his talent and signature smile, as investigators work to determine the cause of death. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/67e775d82d71c37d

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