
Former NFL Defensive Back Alphonso Smith Jr. Dies at 40
Alphonso Smith Jr., a former NFL defensive back and standout from Pahokee, Florida, died by suicide at age 40, leaving behind a legacy of athletic excellence and community mentorship.
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Alphonso Smith Jr., a former NFL defensive back and standout from Pahokee, Florida, died by suicide at age 40, leaving behind a legacy of athletic excellence and community mentorship.

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