Hot takes from the guy in charge of cars going in circles.
Bruton Smith, CEO of NASCAR and owner of Speedyway Motorsports, Inc. is apparently interested in buying the Carolina Panthers, but has a funny way of endearing himself to an ownership that has declared it isn't for sale. According to USA Today, Bruton had the following to say when asked about the Panthers increased value after their Super Bowl 50 berth:
"No, no, no, not necessarily. You're dealing with a loser. They didn't win. Right? So you're buying a losing team.