Stephen A. Smith Reveals Emotional Breakdown After Tebow Playoff Win

In a recent interview, Stephen A. Smith reflected on a particularly devastating moment in his career stemming from the 2012 AFC Wild Card Round, where Tim Tebow led the Denver Broncos to a shocking victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Recalling his emotional turmoil, Smith admitted that he was so distraught that he couldn't eat or engage in intimacy with his girlfriend at the time, describing it as 'one of the most awful feelings' of his career. The distress was compounded by the fact that his former co-host, Skip Bayless, was an outspoken Tebow supporter, making facing him the next day particularly daunting. Smith humorously recounted his attempts to avoid work, contemplating excuses like a flat tire to dodge the inevitable confrontation. This moment has since become a defining memory for Smith, highlighting the intense emotional investment he has in sports. The conversation marked a significant reunion for Smith and Bayless, who had not publicly interacted since their split in 2016.