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The speaker is saying that obvious violations should be penalized because the rules must be enforced. The quote emphasizes playing within the rules and accepting that clear infractions cannot be ignored.
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Originally said in English.
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About Alex Smith
American former professional football player, tight end
Edwin Alexander Smith is an American former professional football player who played tight end in the National Football League. He played college football for the Stanford Cardinal and was selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the third round of the 2005 NFL draft. Smith also spent time with the New England Patriots, Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns, Cincinnati Bengals, New Orleans Saints, and Washington Redskins. His career reflects the path of a player who moved through several NFL rosters after entering the league as a draft pick.
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