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Chris Smith NFL Net Worth, Girlfriend, Daughter, Cause of Death, Wife, Partner, Parents, Family, Obituary

Chris Smith Biography – Chris Smith Wiki

Chris Smith was a professional NFL player. He played eight seasons in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Cincinnati Bengals, the Cleveland Browns, the Las Vegas Raiders and the Houston Texans in 2021. He finished with 11 career sacks in 72 games.

Smith attended West Rowan High School in North Carolina. After high school, he played for the University of Arkansas Razorbacks and was picked in the fifth round of the 2014 draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

He signed with the XFL’s Seattle Sea Dragons in March 2023. He played five games with the Sea Dragons, making five tackles.

Chris Smith Age

Smith was born on February 11, 1992 in Mount Ulla, North Carolina, U.S. He died on April 17, 2023. He was 31 years old.

Chris Smith Girlfriend

Former NFL defensive end Chris Smith’s girlfriend, Petara Cordero, died on September 11, 2019, at the age of 26. Cordero was struck by an oncoming vehicle while the couple was standing on a Cleveland highway after Smith’s Lamborghini had a tire malfunction and spun into the median, the Browns said in a statement at the time.

Chris Smith Daughter

NFL player Chris Smith and his girlfriend, Petara Cordero, shared a daughter, Haven Harris Smith, who was four months old at the time of her mother’s death.

Chris Smith Family

Former NFL player Chris Smith has three children; daughters, Alaina Grace Smith and Haven Harris Smith, and son Jayceon.

Death

Former NFL defensive end Chris Smith died at age 31, the Cleveland Browns and his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, announced via ESPN.

“We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Browns DE Chris Smith,” the Browns said in a statement. “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.”

“Rest in Peace Chris,” Rosenhaus wrote on Twitter. “Condolences to all his family, friends and loved ones. We will miss you.”

“Chris was a powerful presence in the locker room. Loved and admired by his teammates and the coaching staff,” the XFL said in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family at this difficult time.”

“The entire XFL family mourns the loss of Chris Smith, a cherished player and member of the Seattle Sea Dragons,” the team said in a statement.

West Rowan High School paid tribute to Smith on Twitter: “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!”

Former Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield also expressed his sympathy for Smith.

“To know him was to love him,” Mayfield posted on Twitter along with a photo of Smith leading a huddle of Browns. “Heaven got a good one. We’ll never forget you and we’ll always miss you. RIP Chris.”

Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson wrote on Twitter: “I was so sorry to hear this news. Heartbroken for Chris’ family. Our entire XFL universe sends it love, light and strength to the Smith family. Stay strong. We are here.”

Chris Smith Cause of Death

Former Cleveland Browns defensive end Chris Smith’s cause of death was not disclosed.

Chris Smith NFL Net Worth

Former NFL defensive end Chris Smith’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million. He earned $11,702,055 in estimated career earnings in the NFL. He received $7,002,065 as salary, $3,777,252 as signing bonus, $650,000 as roster bonus, $200,000 as workout bonus and $72,738 as incentive.

Height

He was 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) tall.

Instagram

Chris Smith’s Instagram handle is @98chrissmith.