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XFL defensive end Chris Smith dead at 31

Chris Smith was a North Carolina legend, that made a huge impact on people and fans when making it to the NFL.

According to his high school, the star pass rusher passed away at the age of 31.

“Rest in Peace to a West Rowan Legend! Chris was a better person than he was player! The impact he had on those around him will be remembered forever!”

Smith, a University of Arkansas alumnus, played for the Bengals during the 2017 NFL season. He was taken in the fifth round (159th overall) of the 2014 NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. The North Carolina native played in Jacksonville for three seasons before joining the Bengals via a trade. In return, the Jaguars got a conditional pick in the 2018 draft.

Smith played on the Browns as well.

Smith played for tons of teams in the NFL but was on the Seattle Sea Dragons roster.

He had five tackles this year in the XFL.

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