Kentucky DL Nic Smith dies at 20: Redshirt freshman was entering second season with program
Getty Images Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith has died at the age of 20, the school announced on Monday. Smith was entering his redshirt freshman season with the Wildcats after signing as a member of the 2025 recruiting class. No cause of death was provided. "Today our hearts are broken. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nic's family, friends, teammates and everyone who knew and loved him. This is a tremendous loss for our program and university community. We will continue to support one another and honor his memory," Kentucky coach Will Stein said in a statement. Smith hailed from...
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