Former Chargers LB Billy Ray Smith Jr. dies from CTE-related dementia
Billy Ray Smith Jr., a former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer, has died at age 64. His family attributed his death to dementia caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), highlighting the long-term neurological risks associated with professional football.
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Ex-Chargers LB Smith dies as family cites CTE
Billy Ray Smith Jr., a former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer, has died at age 64. His family attributed his death to dementia caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), highlighting the long-term neurological risks associated with professional football.
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