Steve Smith Comments on Race’s Role in Perception of Cam Newton

January 29, 2016   ·   Scott Polacek   ·   Jump to comments

The Carolina Panthers are preparing for a Super Bowl clash against the Denver Broncos after an incredible 15-1 regular season, but quarterback Cam Newton has drawn headlines for more than just his impressive play.
Former Panthers wide receiver (and current Baltimore Ravens pass-catcher) Steve Smith Sr. appeared on The Dan Patrick Show on Thursday and discussed his former teammate.
CSNMidAtlantic.com passed along the interview and set the scene: “Cam Newton is a polarizing player. Perhaps nobody in the NFL has as much fun playing the game as Newton, and he lets absolutely everyone know it. That really irks some people, and Steve Smith says it has something to do with race.”
Here is the entire interview:
The receiver also discussed how many criticized Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman after he showed his emotion following an NFC Championship Game victory over Michael Crabtree and the San Francisco 49ers two years ago. Smith pointed out ...

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