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Stephen A. Smith criticised over Lane Johnson mental health segment on First Take
Original: Stephen A. Smith embarrasses himself with Lane Johnson mental health ‘First Take’
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is facing criticism after a 'First Take' segment involving Eagles lineman Lane Johnson's mental health struggles, with a New York Times headline accusing Smith of embarrassing himself in the exchange. Johnson has previously spoken openly about anxiety and taking time away from football, making any dismissive treatment of the topic a lightning rod for backlash.
Why now: Audiences are sensitive to how sports media handles mental health after Lane Johnson spoke publicly about his struggles.
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- Stephen A. Smith embarrasses himself with Lane Johnson mental health ‘First Take’ · The New York Times
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