Alphonso Smith: key obituary facts
Is Alphonso Smith dead? Yes. Alphonso Smith died on September 2, 2026, at age 40.
Cause of death: Alphonso Smith's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Alphonso Smith known for?
He was an American football player, defensive back, cornerback.
More about Alphonso Smith
Born: 20 October 1985.
Place of birth: Pahokee.
Gender: male.
Nationality: United States.
Education: Pahokee High School.
Also known as: Alphonso Smith, Jr.
Alphonso Smith, an American football player and former cornerback for the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions, died on September 2, 2026, aged 40.
Smith, also known as Alphonso Smith, Jr., was born in Pahokee, Florida, and played college football at Wake Forest, where he earned consensus All-American honors. He was selected by the Broncos in the second round of the 2009 NFL draft and spent four seasons in the National Football League.