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Broncos defensive end Antonio Smith’s father died this morning

Antonio Smith, Derek Wolfe

AP

The Broncos had to deal with a distraction last night.

Today, they’re dealing with heartbreak.

According to Mark Kiszla of the Denver Post, Broncos defensive lineman Antonio Smith found out this morning that his 55-year-old father died.

“It’s rough. I just found out this morning,” Smith said. “It was my mom who called and told me. The call came in at about 6:30.”

Marty Christopher Williams, 55, has been in prison for more than two decades, and died as a result of complications from heart surgery.

Williams said he planned to stay with the team and plans to play in Sunday’s Super Bowl.