The family of former NFL star Aldon Smith has announced plans to have his brain examined for CTE after his sudden death at age 36. - Smith died Saturday in San Jose after a medical event in Los Gatos.
- His brain will be sent to Boston University's CTE Center for analysis. - Smith had a history of off-field troubles, including multiple DUI arrests, but was volunteering hours before his death.
- The Santa Clara Medical Examiner's Office has not yet released a cause of death. The family is seeking answers about the impact of repeated head injuries from his football career.