Aldon Smith, a former All-Pro defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers, has passed away at age 36. According to The Athletic, Smith was a cornerstone of three consecutive NFC Championship Game runs in the early 2010s, anchoring one of the league's most feared defenses. His career also included stints with the Raiders and Cowboys after his standout years at the University of Missouri.

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