Overview

• Smith repeatedly yelled “that’s why they pay me the big bucks” while coaching South Florida Express in a June 29 youth football game against Raw Miami
• An X video posted by analyst Dov Kleiman surpassed one million views by Sunday, driving widespread media attention
• Footage showed security restraining Smith but confirmed there was no physical altercation during the heated exchange
• On June 30, Smith tweeted that the outburst was fun regional banter and criticized clicks and negativity for overshadowing the event
• The Raiders and NFL have announced no disciplinary measures as coverage shifts toward Smith’s leadership and performance for the 2025 season