Aldon Smith has used up his last chance.
Smith, the talented but troubled 49ers pass rusher who was arrested overnight for DUI, has been released.
There was little doubt that had to happen: The 49ers have given second and third chances to Smith and he has repeatedly made them regret it, and at some point they simply had to say enough is enough.
“This organization has tried very hard to help Aldon fight his issues,” the team said in a statement. “Although he is no longer a member of this team, our support and concern for him will continue.