Former 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36 years old
16 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Aldon Smith, a former standout linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, passed away on June 13 at the age of 36. The 49ers confirmed his death via a statement posted by ESPN’s Nick Wagoner. Smith's NFL career was marked by both incredible talent and struggles with off-field issues. The team expressed deep condolences to Smith's family, highlighting his remarkable performances, particularly his impressive rookie season and 19.5 sacks in his second year. This story is expected to develop as more details emerge regarding the circumstances of his passing.
- •Aldon Smith died on June 13 at age 36.
- •His NFL career was impacted by off-field issues.
- •The 49ers released a statement expressing their condolences.
- •Smith recorded 19.5 sacks in his second NFL season.
- •Details surrounding his passing are still developing.
- 1:27 AMCBS NFL — Aldon Smith, former 49ers All-Pro defensive lineman, dies at age 36
- 1:18 AMThe Guardian Sport — Former San Francisco 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36: ‘His smile lit up every room’
- 1:15 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
- 1:14 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers announce death of former linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
- 1:11 AMESPN — Former defensive lineman Aldon Smith dies at 36
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers announce the passing of Aldon Smith
- 12:55 AMYahoo Sports — What San Francisco 49ers had to say after tragic passing of 36-year-old Aldon Smith
- 12:46 AMYahoo Sports — Former Raiders OLB Aldon Smith dies at 36
"Defensive lineman was No 7 pick in 2011 draft Off-field incidents, suspensions affected his career Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith died Saturday at the age of 36, the San Francisco 49ers said. The team did not disclose the cause of death. Smith played six seasons in the NFL for the 49ers, the Oakland Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys. Continue reading...
"The San Francisco 49ers paid tribute to Aldon Smith after the former pass rusher died in Northern California at the age of 36. Smith’s death was confirmed on Saturday, bringing sadness across a franchise that saw one of the most explosive young defensive players in recent NFL history arrive in 2011.
"Aldon Smith, the troubled but talented pass rusher whose promising career was derailed by legal problems, has died at age 36. The San Francisco 49ers announced Smith's death on Saturday night. “We are devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of Aldon Smith,” the 49ers said in a statement.
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External links- CBS NFLJun 14, 2026, 1:27 AMAldon Smith, former 49ers All-Pro defensive lineman, dies at age 36
The 49ers announced Smith's passing on Saturday night
- The Guardian SportJun 14, 2026, 1:18 AMFormer San Francisco 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36: ‘His smile lit up every room’
Defensive lineman was No 7 pick in 2011 draft Off-field incidents, suspensions affected his career Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith died Saturday at the age of 36, the San Francisco 49ers said. The team did not disclose the cause of death. Smith played six seasons in the NFL for the 49ers, the Oakland Raiders and the Dallas Cowboys. Continue reading...
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 1:15 AM49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
Aldon Smith, the troubled but talented pass rusher whose promising career was derailed by legal problems, has died at age 36. The San Francisco 49ers announced Smith's death on Saturday night. “We are devastated by the sudden and tragic passing of Aldon Smith,” the 49ers said in a statement.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 1:14 AM49ers announce death of former linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
A talented but troubled linebacker who played for three teams in six NFL seasons died at 36, the 49ers announced.
- ESPNJun 14, 2026, 1:11 AMFormer defensive lineman Aldon Smith dies at 36
Aldon Smith, who played six season in the NFL with the 49ers, Raiders and Cowboys, died on Saturday at age 36.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 1:10 AM49ers announce the passing of Aldon Smith
Former NFL player Aldon Smith dies at the age of 36
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:55 AMWhat San Francisco 49ers had to say after tragic passing of 36-year-old Aldon Smith
The San Francisco 49ers paid tribute to Aldon Smith after the former pass rusher died in Northern California at the age of 36. Smith’s death was confirmed on Saturday, bringing sadness across a franchise that saw one of the most explosive young defensive players in recent NFL history arrive in 2011.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:46 AMFormer Raiders OLB Aldon Smith dies at 36
Former Raiders pass rusher Aldon Smith has died at the age of 36.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:40 AMAldon Smith, Former NFL Linebacker, Dies at 36
The San Francisco 49ers announced Smith's death on Saturday, June 13
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:40 AMAldon Smith cause of death: Former NFL star dead at 36
Aldon Smith, former San Francisco 49ers All-Pro LB, died at the age of 36. The team announced his death on Saturday, June 13. Here's what we know.
- Yahoo SportsJun 14, 2026, 12:20 AMAldon Smith dead at 36: What we know about former 49ers DL's sudden passing
Here's the latest on the former San Francisco star after his sudden passing.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 11:52 PMAldon Smith, former 49ers All-Pro pass rusher, dies at 36
The San Francisco 49ers, who selected Aldon Smith seventh overall in the 2011 NFL draft out of Missouri, announced his death.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 11:46 PMFormer NFL DE Aldon Smith dies at 36
Smith was a dominant pass rusher early in his career.
- Yahoo SportsJun 13, 2026, 11:35 PMFormer 49ers star Aldon Smith dies at 36 years old
Smith's ceiling seemed unlimited after posting 19.5 sacks in his sophomore year.
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