NFL player Chris Smith died at 31 years old.

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He played for teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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Smith moved to the XFL in 2023.

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He was set to play for Seatle Sea Dragons.

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NFL representative Drew Rosenhaus announced his death on Twitter.

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The exact circumstances of Smith's death are unknown.

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His colleagues offered their condolences and prayers.

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Chris Smith lost his partner, Petara Cordero, in 2019.

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