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Stephen A. Smith Praises Pat McAfee, Criticizes Indianapolis Colts and Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon

Stephen A. Smith Praises Pat McAfee, Criticizes Indianapolis Colts and Owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon
World Sports · 12:23:14 - Friday, 6 November 2026

ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith praised former Colts punter and media personality Pat McAfee while criticizing the Indianapolis Colts organization and owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon, according to a report from the Indianapolis Star.

The comments were made during a recent appearance where Smith lauded McAfee's successful transition to media but expressed frustration with the Colts' direction under Irsay-Gordon's ownership.

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