Aldon Smith, former 49ers All-Pro defensive lineman, dies at age 36
The 49ers announced Smith’s passing on Saturday night
Aldon Smith cause of death: Former NFL star dead at 36
Aldon Smith, former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro linebacker, has died at the age of 36. The news was announced in a statement by the 49ers on June 13, mourning the...
Aldon Smith, former 49ers All-Pro pass rusher, dies at 36
Former All-Pro pass rusher Aldon Smith has died. The San Francisco 49ers, who selected Smith seventh overall in the 2011 NFL draft, released a statement mourning his death on Saturday,...
49ers announce the tragic news of Aldon Smith passing away
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – JANUARY 14: Aldon Smith #99 of the San Francisco 49ers after the game against the New Orleans Saints during the NFC divisional playoff game at Candlestick...
Former NFL DE Aldon Smith dies at 36
Aldon Smith, a first-round pick who was a dominant pass rusher early in his career, has died. He was 36. “We are devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of...
Former 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36 years old
Aldon Smith, a former San Francisco 49ers star whose NFL career evaporated amid a bevy of off-field issues, died Saturday, the Niners announced via ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. He was 36...
Andre Rison is jailed for second offense DUI
Former NFL receiver Andre Rison has been jailed after pleading guilty to second-offense DUI. TMZ reports that Rison will spend two days behind bars in Michigan, from Friday to Sunday....
Louisville Kings cap first UFL season with championship
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Saturday Night Open Thread: Wild Ride
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Majority of Raider Nation believes Kirk Cousins will be the starter Week 1
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Cowboys fans give their projection for Dallas defense
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Are the Rams interested in Taylor Lewan?
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Brandon Aiyuk deletes recent videos criticizing the 49ers
49ers (for now) receiver Brandon Aiyuk has apparently extended an olive branch. His two recent videos criticizing the 49ers have been deleted. It could be part of an effort to...
Terrelle Pryor was recently arrested for drug possession
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Carving out a role a steep climb for Las Vegas Raiders’ Shedrick Jackson
Aug 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Shedrick Jackson (4) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark...
UFL’s Mike Repole mentions NFL is “talking about two more expansion teams”
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Dolphins 90 in 90: Jordyn Brooks stars in middle of defense
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NFL insider links Steelers to Brandon Aiyuk as fans roll their eyes
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Cowboys countdown to kickoff: Top 100 iconic games – Day 92
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Check the Mic podcast picks 2026 breakout players for Rams
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Fans give positive grade to Dolphins’ 2026 offseason
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10 long term goals for the 2026 Steelers
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Cardinals’ Mack Wilson on Rams: “They’ve got to deal with us”
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Alec Pierce’s absence should make the Colts fidget in their seats
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Jaquan Brisker sees Steelers as a top 3 defense
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This Cowboys position group could surprise people in 2026
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Bengals News (6/13): T.J. Slaton Jr.’s roster spot now safe?
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Survey results: NY Giants fans can’t wait to see the linebackers hunt
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Dolphins rookie Chris Johnson; ‘I want to be that foundational piece’
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Eagles Deadzone Debate: What role does Nick Sirianni play in the team’s success?
Since he was hired to replace Doug Pederson following the 2020 season, Nick Sirianni has guided the Eagles to their most successful run of success in franchise history. The numbers...
