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Aldon Smith, 36, Dead: Ex-49ers Star’s Sudden End
Former 49ers star Aldon Smith’s sudden death at 36 is more than a headline. It’s an agonizing reminder of talent squandered and battles lost.
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Panthers’ Burns deal now a ticking clock for rivals
The Panthers’ “most valuable trade asset” isn’t a superstar, but a ticking clock. Discover why Brian Burns’s contract makes him a hot commodity.