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Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Lane Johnson over mental health remarks

Original: Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Lane Johnson for mental health comments

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has issued an apology to Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Lane Johnson after comments he made about Johnson's mental health. Johnson has previously spoken openly about struggling with anxiety and taking time away from football to address it. The apology drew wide coverage across US news outlets as discussions about athlete mental health continue.

Why now: A prominent sports commentator publicly apologized for remarks touching on a player's mental health, a topic drawing growing attention in sports.

Stephen A. SmithLane JohnsonPhiladelphia EaglesESPN

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• Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Lane Johnson for mental health comments · Field Level Media
• Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Lane Johnson for mental health comments · Belleville News-Democrat
• Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Lane Johnson for mental health comments · Merced Sun-Star

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