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Aldon Smith's family hires lawyers to investigate his death

NBC Sports • June 16, 2026 • general

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Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith has passed away unexpectedly, prompting his family to hire three lawyers—Harry Daniels, Bakari Sellers, and Wayne Kendall—to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death.
The legal team has initiated steps including sending Smith’s brain to Boston for medical experts to examine it for chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and other trauma-related damage.
The attorneys emphasized the need for privacy and respect for Smith’s family during this difficult time while addressing public interest and speculation about his passing.