https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/43284302/sonny-smart-fa...

"Sonny fell while walking during the day on New Year's Eve in New Orleans and fractured his hip," the school said. "He was hospitalized and underwent hip surgery; unfortunately, complications arose. He fought valiantly but was unable to overcome his injuries."

(Mod Edit: Some context added for background. Also moved to the College Sports Forum.)