Watch: Panthers great Steve Smith got a standing ovation at Fan Fest

Smith got a standing ovation from the crowd at Bank of America Stadium.

Steve Smith is finally back in the fold thanks to the efforts of Panthers owner David Tepper.

Last night at Fan Fest, the most popular player in franchise history got a standing ovation from the crowd at Bank of America Stadium.

On the broadcast Smith got emotional during the ovation, admitting that he had chills on-air, but also had an instinct to suplex somebody.

“I think they just realized I’m here. . . Actually gave me a little chill. Look at that. I got a little chill. I may go out there and suplex somebody. Just for one play, though.”

Never change, 89.

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