Billy Ray Smith Jr., the former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer, died at 64 after struggling with dementia caused by CTE. Here’s everything to know about his life, from his childhood in Arkansas and standout college career to his decade in the NFL, his broadcasting journey, his wife, Kimberly Hunt, his family, and his lasting football legacy. The Chargers legend spent his entire professional career with the franchise and remained a respected voice in sports long after retirement. Billy Ray Smith Jr., the former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer, died at 64 after struggling with dementia caused by CTE. Here’s everything to know about his life, from his childhood in Arkansas and standout college career to his decade in the NFL, his broadcasting journey, his wife, Kimberly Hunt, his family, and his lasting football legacy. The Chargers legend spent his entire professional career with the franchise and remained a respected voice in sports long after retirement.
