ESPN’s highest paid personality knows how to cause a stir.
Stephen A. Smith found himself in a curious position when discussing Caitlin Clark’s status in women’s college basketball. Despite conceding his lack of expertise in the domain, he ventured to argue against her being hailed as the greatest of all time (GOAT).
Instead, he pointed to Cheryl Miller, citing her pivotal role in USC’s triumphs in the early years of women’s March Madness, her notable scoring record, and three Player of the Year accolades.
While Miller undoubtedly stands as a monumental figure in the sport’s history, Smith’s comparison between her and Clark may be misguided. Clark operates in an era marked by greater parity across women’s college basketball, implying she contends with more formidable competition. Conversely, Miller’s championship victories occurred in a period when the tournament’s size was significantly smaller. Thus, while Miller’s legacy is undeniable, designating her as the GOAT over Clark may not fully account for the contextual differences.
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Shifting gears, during a segment with Mina Kimes on First Take, Smith seized an opportunity to critique the Dallas Cowboys. When prompted to choose between Jalen Hurts and Dak Prescott, Smith swiftly sided with Hurts, citing the latter’s supporting cast, including Saquon Barkley and what he deemed a superior offensive line compared to the Cowboys’.
Indeed, the offseason narratives surrounding the Eagles and Cowboys have starkly contrasted. Philadelphia bolstered its roster with the addition of Barkley, albeit losing Jason Kelce to retirement, while maintaining a strong offensive line. Meanwhile, the Cowboys made acquisitions such as Eric Kendricks and Jourdan Lewis, along with several depth signings.
