John Fox needs to suspend Steve Smith
The Panthers' receiver got into a slugfest with defensive back Ken Lucas at practice, leaving Lucas with lacerations and bruises on his face.
It's not all that unusual for training camp fights to occur, but in Smith's case, it's different. He was suspended for a game in 2002 after punching teammate Anthony Bright during a film session.
That is simply not the kind of behavior you tolerate from anyone on your team, especially one who just signed a contract extension that makes him one of the highest paid players in football.
Smith has taken anger management courses before, but the message has clearly worn off. He needs to get his act together once and for all, although who knows if that's even possible.
Just as importantly, head coach John Fox needs to discipline Smith in a meaningful way that will send the message to teammates and fans alike that this kind of behavior won't be tolerated.
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