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Donte Whitner to Aldon Smith’s family: “C.J. Spillman should have a lot of answers for you”

Former San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Aldon Smith has died at age 36. His family intends to donate his brain for CTE testing. In his final hours, Smith delivered pizza to a homeless charity.

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New reports indicate Donte Whitner has suggested foul play and pointed to C.J. Spillman for answers.

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  1. Former NFL Player Aldon Smith Dies at 36

    Former San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Aldon Smith has died at age 36. His family intends to donate his brain for CTE testing. In his final hours, Smith delivered pizza to a homeless charity.

    What's confirmed:

    • Aldon Smith, a former NFL defensive lineman and 49ers All-Pro, died at age 36.
    • Smith spent his final hours delivering pizza to a homeless charity.
    • The family of Aldon Smith will donate his brain to be checked for CTE.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Donte Whitner suggested foul play in Smith's death and stated that C.J. Spillman should have answers for the family.
    • A friend of Aldon Smith attempted to revive him in a truck during his final hours.
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