Chicago Bears coach Lovie Smith has told mourners at Gaines Adams' funeral that he will never forget the defensive end's humility and work ethic.
Former Clemson coach Tommy Bowden delivered the eulogy Friday and joked that Adams gave him a couple of extra years at the school when his blocked field goal return for a touchdown turned around a 2006 game against Wake Forest. A package of video highlights from Adams' pro and college career was shown during the 90-minute service at Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley. About 1,000 mourners filled the sanctuary.
Adams died Sunday from an enlarged heart in his hometown of Greenwood. He was 26. He was selected fourth overall in the 2007 NFL draft by Tampa Bay, and was traded to the Bears in October.
