Former NFL pass rusher Aldon Smith dies at age 36, multiple reports say. Smith, who played as an edge rusher/linebacker, is widely described as a dominant pass rusher during the early part of his career. Outlets report his death and note that the Las Vegas Raiders, his former team, mourn his passing. The articles do not provide additional biographical details beyond his age at death and his general role on the Raiders’ defense. The reports present the news as a loss to the NFL community and to the Raiders organization, emphasizing Smith’s early impact as a pass rusher. No additional circumstances surrounding his death are included in the provided summaries.