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Steve Smith Scampers, Gets Leveled By Mark Barron

James Dator
James Dator has been covering a wide range of sports for SB Nation for over a decade, with a special focus on the NFL.

Steve Smith is the Carolina Panthers best receiver, Steve Smith had over 1,000 receiving yards last year. Mark Barron is a rookie, Mark Barron didn't want Steve Smith getting over 1,000 receiving yards this year.

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It’s a tale as old as time, and one where the veteran learned a valuable lesson– Mark Barron will not be nice to you if you’re trying to scamper for a few more yards near the sideline.

I’m sure the veteran had no problem getting a ‘welcome to the NFL’ moment from a guy who has been in the league about 45 minutes.

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Nope... he doesn’t look happy at all.

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