Za’Darius Smith reveals the tragic reason behind his NFL retirement after making 2026 return
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What happened
Atlanta Falcons DE Za’Darius Smith opened up about the circumstances surrounding his 2025 NFL retirement from the Philadelphia Eagles, and the role his mother played in it. Smith is a three-time Pro Bowler who the Eagles were hoping would play a crucial role in their quest to retain the Lombardi Trophy before his untimely retirement after five games in the 2025 season.
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