Steve Smith rips reporter over NFC Championship Game question

Jan 12, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith (89) celebrates a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half of the 2013 NFC divisional playoff football game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

After the Carolina Panthers were bumped out of the playoffs by the San Francisco 49ers this past weekend, Carolina wide receiver Steve Smith was asked if he had a rooting interest in the NFC Championship Game between the 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks.

His response? Not amused.

Per NFL.com:

"You really want me to thump you upside the head? That was the dumbest question, and that’s the second dumbest question you’ve asked. I only cheer for one team. Actually, two teams. My team and my kid’s team. Other than that I can give a bleep."

Okay, I’m not exactly good at what you may call “reading between the lines” — hell, I’m not even good at plain ol’ reading — but I’m going to go out on a limb and interpret Smith’s statement as indicating he doesn’t really care who wins the NFC Championship Game. Just a hunch.

Smith had four catches for 74 yards and a touchdown in the loss.

[Source: NFL.com]

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