Former Cleveland Browns DE Chris Smith Passes Away at 31, Confirmed by His High School Football Team's Twitter Account
Chris Smith, who played high school football at West Rowan in North Carolina and college football at Arkansas, has left a deep void in the NFL community. The devastating news of his passing was announced on Twitter by his high school alma mater's football team.
Smith was selected as a fifth-round pick by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2014 NFL Draft and played for the team for three seasons. Later, he joined the Cincinnati Bengals in 2017, played for the Cleveland Browns for the following two seasons, and then played eight games with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2020. He also played four games with the Houston Texans in 2021.
We mourn the loss of a talented athlete and extend our condolences to Smith's family and friends during this difficult time.
Following a devastating loss in 2019, where Chris Smith's girlfriend and mother of his daughter passed away in a car accident shortly after giving birth, we now mourn the unexpected passing of the former Cleveland Browns defensive end at the age of 31. The cause of his death remains unknown, leaving fans and the NFL community in shock and sadness. Despite facing immense personal tragedy, Smith remained dedicated to his sport, and his strength and resilience will be remembered. Our deepest condolences go out to Smith's family and loved ones during this difficult time."
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