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Ex-Chargers LB Smith dies as family cites CTE

Former Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at 64, with his family saying he had CTE-caused dementia.

Published July 30, 2026, 12:15 PM
Updated July 30, 2026, 12:48 PM2.6K
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Ex-Chargers LB Smith dies as family cites CTE

Former Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died at 64, with his family saying he had CTE-caused dementia.

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