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Stephen A. Smith Receives Backlash After Making Insensitive Comments About Lane Johnson’s Retirement

Philadelphia Eagles star offensive lineman Lane Johnson is walking away from the NFL after a Hall of Fame-caliber career—and Stephen A. Smith’s reaction has sparked major backlash. Johnson announced his retirement Tuesday, explaining that “my personal and family priorities in my life have changed.” He also said he wants to “focus on my mental health.” During Wednesday’s episode of ESPN’s First Take, Smith weighed in on the decision and appeared to suggest that the Eagles’ struggles played a role.

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