Rest in Peace, Chris Smith: A Champion on and off the Field

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Chris Smith, a former NFL player, passed away at the young age of 31. He played for various teams throughout his career, including the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns.

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Chris Smith was born on February 11, 1992, in Mount Ulla, North Carolina. He attended West Rowan High School, where he played football and was named the North Carolina Defensive Player of the Year in 2009.

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Smith played college football at the University of Arkansas, where he was a standout defensive end. He was named first-team All-SEC in his senior year and was drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fifth round of the 2014 NFL Draft.

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During his NFL career, Smith played for several teams, including the Jacksonville Jaguars, Cincinnati Bengals, and Cleveland Browns. He recorded 8.5 sacks and 67 tackles in his five-year career.

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Chris Smith was engaged to his girlfriend, Petara Cordero, and the couple had a daughter together, Haven Harris Smith. Tragically, Cordero passed away in a car accident in 2019, just a few weeks after giving birth to their daughter.

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On September 11, 2020, Smith was involved in a tragic accident when his car blew a tire and hit a median. His girlfriend, Jasmine L. Smith, was a passenger in the car and passed away at the scene.

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The NFL community and fans of Chris Smith expressed their condolences on social media. Smith's former teams, including the Bengals and the Browns, issued statements expressing their sadness over his passing.

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Chris Smith's death is a tragic loss for his family, friends, and the NFL community. He will be remembered for his talent on the field and his perseverance in the face of personal tragedy.

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Chris Smith's passing is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of treasuring each moment we have. Rest in peace, Chris Smith.

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