Former NFL cornerback Alphonso Smith Jr. found dead in Florida after distressing post

Former NFL player and college football star dead after final social media post claiming demonic possession

foxnews.com • 03 sept. 18h57

Alphonso Smith, a former NFL player and Wake Forest record holder, was discovered dead in Florida at age 40 following a Facebook message that referenced personal trauma and demonic possession.

NFL Player Alphonso Smith Jr. Dead at 40

E! News • 03 sept. 16h57

Alphonso Smith Jr., who played for the Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos, died by suicide on Sept. 2, according to Florida authorities.

Former NFL CB Alphonso Smith Jr. dies at 40

NBC Sports • 03 sept. 09h59

Alphonso Smith Jr., a former NFL cornerback and 2009 second-round draft pick, died at age 40, with authorities reporting the death as a suicide in Florida.

Ex-Lions Star Alphonso Smith Jr. Dies at 40 Hours After Sharing Troubling Social Media Post

EssentiallySports • 03 sept. 01h38

Alphonso Smith Jr., a former Detroit Lions and Denver Broncos cornerback, was found dead at age 40 in Florida, with authorities indicating suicide following a troubling Facebook message.

Alphonso Smith Jr. dead at 40 after troubling social media post

New York Post • 02 sept. 23h05

Alphonso Smith, a former Wake Forest All-American and NFL player, died by suicide at age 40 after posting a distressing message on social media.

Ex-NFL Player Alphonso Smith Jr. Dead at 40

tmz.com • 02 sept. 22h44

Alphonso Smith Jr., a former NFL player and Wake Forest Hall of Fame inductee, died by suicide at a Florida housing community at age 40.