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News Channel 4 (KFOR.com)News report · Jun 14, 3:11 PM
Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36
Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36
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Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36
Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36
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What happened Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36.
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WGN NewsNews report · Jun 14, 3:11 PM
Former NFL linebacker Aldon Smith dies suddenly at 36
Aldon Smith finished his NFL career with 52 1/2 sacks across 75 games.
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