The San Francisco 49ers decision to release Aldon Smith is naturally garnering plenty of reactions around the league. Some of the reactions began after his arrest early Friday morning, and others are coming out now that the team has decided to release the troubled outside linebacker.
Jim Trotter spoke with Charles Haley Friday morning before the Smith release happened. Haley has served as a mentor to Smith recently. Haley is in Canton, Ohio for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and considering his own troubles during his NFL career, it is a sad coincidence to see Smith find more trouble on this weekend.