Baltimore Ravens cornerback Jimmy Smith alluded to the behind-the-scenes friction with Earl Thomas when explaining why the team moved on from the star safety.
Smith told reporters that "chemistry is everything" and players on the team are expected to maintain "a certain culture."
Jonas ShafferRavens CB Jimmy Smith is asked indirectly about the release of Earl Thomas. "I believe that the Ravens organizaiton stands by certain principles," he said. "If you're not part of us, we don't need you. ... Chemistry is everything."
Aditi KinkhabwalaCB Jimmy Smith, in his 10th year as a #Ravens stalwart, says the statement in moving on from an uber talented player (see: Earl Thomas) is: The Ravens organization stands by certain principles.