Thanks, Steve

[pantherj]

One thing that sticks out in my mind was a game against the Giants in 2009. We were blowing them out, and Smith took a huge blow from a Giant DB, snapping a bone in his arm, and he still managed to score with one arm. After the game John Fox said something about how Smith had used his arm to shield himself from a helmet blow, and that the helmet won. I remember thinking at the time "no Fox, Smith won". He always won. Steve Smith is the greatest Panther player in the history of our franchise. Thanks for the memories Steve, it won't be the same without you.

[Doc Holiday]

By the time I wake up later today I'm expecting a lot of moves to have already been made, if Steve is among them I will regretfully say good bye to the Greatest Panther of all time, no doubt to this point in the Panthers History he is truely the greatest player we have ever had.

[mbarbour21]

Yeh, this one is a tough one. Disgusted at how it was done. I wish him well tho, whatever he decides to do.

[CardiacCat]

.....  the memories of this year alone.....  

 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXPj93Rg_NI

 

RETHINK !!!!

[Stroupe-a-loop]

Thank you Smitty. You will go down as the greatest player in franchise history, but also the most human player in franchise history. We saw you grow, struggle, succeed and change while we all did the same. I'm sorry the end was ugly, but, in this business, the end is rarely just.

[JJman]

Xclown, '05, Cam's first completion, and .... ICE UP!

Thanks Steve, plus, thanks for the autograph in '05. You'll be deeply missed.

[FearTheCats]

So many memories. Sad day for the Panthers as a whole. I know it's a business and it's probably time to go our separate ways but wow the thought of him never being on the Panthers sidelines ever again is a sad thought. Thank you Smitty.

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[lola]

My heart is literally breaking. I'm usually so good with words, but they escape me now. This hurt feels like it could never heal. He's like a family member, a best friend, someone you've pinned your hopes to for so long that's leaving. He made watching every Sunday fun, even when there wasn't much else to cheer for (thanks Jimmy).

His plays were nothing short of epically amazing. His heart and fire made me jump and scream around my living room or in the stands, so thankful the 89 was on my team. His attitude and sound bites were legendary. He was invincible.

I will miss you, Smitty. I hope you find the ending that you so deserve and I will root for you to get it.

Thanks for giving your all on every snap for 13 years. I'm gonna go cry now.

[Jimmy]

Going to miss you Smitty! Best player in franchise history! 

[Port City Cat Fan]

heartbreaking.... this can't be happening.

 

thanks for playing your heart out steve. hope to see you in canton.

[KARASMATIC444]

UGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG

[osd22]

With tears in my eyes I say thanks to #89, demand a statue and a retired number... And I look forward to a new era in Panthers history. Someone has to fill some big shoes here and I can`t wait for it.

[pilot2011]

There is literally nothing in the world that could get me so amped on a Sunday afternoon than seeing 89 snag a ball out of double coverage and jump up immediately and spin the ball to the ground and let the DB's know who's boss.

 

Or when after a running play, the camera would always flash down to the bottom of the screen and catch Smitty beating the hell out of some corner; then seeing the entire offense running to his defense in case things escalate.

 

Steve Smith is and will always be my favorite athlete in all of sports.

 

I think the Carolina Panthers will be consistently good with Cam and Luke as the lead dogs for years to come, but I am not ashamed to admit I hope 89 gets his Superbowl, no matter where he will soon reside.

 

 

[CatMan72]

Can't even put into words how much I appreciate Smitty, so I'll simply say THANK YOU!

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