Aldon Smith's family having former 49ers, NFL star's brain tested for CTE

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1. 1d ago

   Aldon Smith's Family Donates Brain to BU CTE Center

   The family of former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith has donated his brain to the Boston University CTE Center. Civil rights attorneys are investigating the cause of death for the 36-year-old. Former teammate Dontae Whitner described seeing disturbing images after the passing.

   What's confirmed:

   • Aldon Smith died at age 36.
   • Smith was a former San Francisco 49ers linebacker and first-round pick.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • New details have emerged about the final hours of Aldon Smith before his death.
   • The San Francisco 49ers organization has had a few former players dying over the last few months.
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2. 6d ago

   Former Teammate Recalls Aldon Smith's Death Amid CTE Investigation

   The family of former 49ers player Aldon Smith has donated his brain to the Boston University CTE Center to check for trauma and concussions. Civil rights attorneys are investigating the cause of the 36-year-old's death. Former teammate Dontae Whitner has spoken about the disturbing images he saw following the passing.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Dontae Whitner viewed disturbing images related to Aldon Smith's death.
   • Dontae Whitner criticized the behavior of other former teammates after Smith passed away.
   • C.J. Spillman may have answers regarding Aldon Smith's death.
   confidence 60%
3. 10d ago

   Aldon Smith's Family Hires Legal Team and Donates Brain for CTE Research

   The family of former San Francisco 49ers player Aldon Smith has donated his brain to the Boston University CTE Center. Medical experts will examine the organ for CTE and other trauma related to concussions. The family also hired civil rights attorneys to investigate the cause of the 36-year-old's sudden death.

   What's confirmed:

   • Aldon Smith died at age 36.
   • Smith's family donated his brain for CTE and trauma-related damage testing.
   • The brain was sent to the Boston University CTE Center.
   • Civil rights attorneys Harry Daniels, Bakari Sellers, and Wayne Kendall were hired by the family to investigate the death.
   • Smith was a former San Francisco 49ers player.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Smith died on June 13 after delivering pizzas to a homeless charity.
   • Donte Whitner believes two people hold key answers regarding the death.
   confidence 95%
4. 13d ago

   Aldon Smith's Brain Donated for CTE Testing Following Death at 36

   Former San Francisco 49ers player Aldon Smith died Saturday at age 36. His family donated his brain to medical experts to check for CTE. The cause of death remains undetermined as investigators await autopsy results.

   What's confirmed:

   • Aldon Smith died on Saturday at age 36.
   • The San Francisco 49ers described Smith's death as sudden and tragic.
   • Smith's family donated his brain to be assessed for CTE.
   • The cause of death is currently undetermined.
   confidence 100%
5. 15d ago

   Aldon Smith's family pursues investigation after death at 36

   The family of former NFL player Aldon Smith is seeking answers following his unexpected death at age 36. They have hired civil rights attorneys to investigate the circumstances. The family is also donating his brain for study.

   What's confirmed:

   • Aldon Smith died at age 36.
   • The death of the former NFL player was sudden and unexpected.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Aldon Smith's family is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center.
   • Aldon Smith was an All-Pro defensive lineman for the 49ers.
   • Civil rights attorneys were hired to investigate the death.
   confidence 90%
6. 15d ago

   Aldon Smith's Family Donates Brain to Boston University for CTE Research

   The family of former NFL star Aldon Smith is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center. Smith died suddenly at age 36. His family has also hired lawyers to investigate the circumstances of his death.

   What's confirmed:

   • Aldon Smith died suddenly at age 36.
   • The family of the former NFL defensive lineman is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center.
   • Smith's family has hired lawyers to investigate his death.
   • The brain donation aims to research the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Aldon Smith spent his final hours delivering pizza to charity.
   • Smith suffered numerous concussions throughout his NFL career.
   • Aldon Smith died in the San Francisco Bay Area.
   confidence 95%