One of Steve Smith Sr.’s children has hit out at those sending “hateful messages” to their family in the wake of cheating allegations made against the former NFL All-Pro.

Steve Smith Sr.’s son Peyton Smith has hit back at critics sending “hateful messages” to his family amid rumors of his father being involved in a cheating scandal. 45-year-old Smith Sr. was ...

Smith Sr. hasn't responded directly since the accusations, but his son, Peyton Smith, wrote an Instagram post with this message: "Your kind words and prayers are felt and appreciated. God's got us.

Steve Smith Sr. spent 13 years with the Carolina Panthers after he was drafted as a third-round pick in 2001. He ended his career in Baltimore, playing his final three seasons with the Ravens.