An obituary published in a North Carolina newspaper confirmed to FOX News that former Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Chris Smith had di*d. It has not been determined what exactly caused his de@th. The de@th was surprising because he was only 31 years old. But now that he’s gone, people are wondering what kind of career he had in the league and how much money he made.
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How Rich Was NFL Player Chris Smith?
After potentially doubling his wealth during his professional career, his overall net worth was estimated by The Squanderer to be between $6 and $8 million. The Jacksonville Jaguars originally selected the defensive end in the fifth round of the draft.
According to Spotrac, he made a maximum of $2.4 million from 2014 to 2017 on his initial contract. He was traded to the Cleveland Browns after the 2017 season for a significant increase in pay.
The second contract he signed paid him up to $12 million over three years, with $4.5 million of that being guaranteed. In 2020, he signed a contract with the Carolina Panthers that would pay him as little as $1.495 million. He signed a new contract with the Las Vegas Raiders before the end of the year.
The agreement was in place until the end of the season and was worth $910,000. In addition, in 2021, he signed a contract with the Baltimore Ravens. The value of this one was $252,000.
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Chris Smith, A Former NFL Defensive End, Passed Away At Age 31
Chris Smith, a former NFL defensive end, passed away on Tuesday, according to his former agency. Smith’s age was 31 at the time. No one knows what ki!!ed him just yet.
Drew Rosenhaus of RSR Sports tweeted, “Rest in Peace Chris. Condolences to all his family, friends and loved ones. We will miss you.”
The high school Smith attended also shared the news of his de@th. West Rowan Football tweeted, “Rest in Peace to a West Rowan Legend! Chris was a better person than he was player! The impact he had on those around him will be remembered forever!”
On Sunday, Smith and his Seattle Sea Dragons squad won 30-12 in St. Louis against the St. Louis Battlehawks of the XFL, a professional football league.
The XFL claimed in a statement to CNN that “Chris was a powerful presence in the locker room. Loved and admired by his teammates and the coaching staff. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family at this difficult time.”
Smith’s eight-year NFL career saw him suit up for seven different teams across the league.
Before joining the Houston Texans in 2021, he played for the Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Las Vegas Raiders, and Jacksonville Jaguars after being taken in the fifth round in 2014.
According to NFL.com, he appeared in a total of 72 games for the NFL, recording 80 tackles and 11 sacks.
“Chris was one of the kindest people, teammates and friends we’ve had in our organization. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.”
Smith’s former teammates from North Carolina have been paying respect to him. “Rest in paradise Chris Smith,” wrote Browns tight end David Njoku on Twitter. “Hometown hero and a brother to everyone. Such a kind soul. This is Heartbreaking.”
Former Raiders quarterback Derek Carr tweeted, “Love you bro” with a photo of himself and Smith after one of Smith’s victories.
NFL defensive tackle Roy Miller III, who played with Smith in Jacksonville, wrote, “My brother I was just thinking how proud I was of you chasing your dreams in the XFL you made a whole room laugh when you laughed you always found a way to make any situation positive RIH Smitty.”
While playing for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks in 2013, Smith earned All-SEC Second Team recognition.
Nothing further is known regarding Chris Smith’s financial situation. Visit serveupdate.com frequently to stay abreast of developments in this area.
