# Lovie Smith clashes with parents over football mutiny

> Former NFL coach Lovie Smith argues with Mesa Desert Ridge High School parents after players walk out over coaching decision.
- Title: Lovie Smith clashes with parents over football mutiny
- Summary: Former NFL coach Lovie Smith argues with Mesa Desert Ridge High School parents after players walk out over coaching decision. Lovie Smith's son Miles…
- Keywords: lovie smith, miles smith, mesa desert ridge hs, gunner brewer, football mutiny, suspension, news, entertainment, Lovie, Smith, clashes, parents
- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/14/sports/lovie-smith-in-altercation-with-parents-after-high-school-football-controversy
- Published: 2026-10-14T16:10:36+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lovie smith, miles smith, mesa desert ridge hs, gunner brewer, football mutiny, suspension, news, entertainment
## Lovie Smith son coaches high school team
Miles Smith is head coach of Mesa Desert Ridge High School football team and Lovie recently joined their staff.
## Players walk out after coaching decision
Twelve players including five seniors walked out of meeting after Miles Smith dismissed quarterback Gunner Brewer for disrespect.
## Parents confront Lovie Smith
Lovie Smith was seen berating parents after equipment was thrown on locker room floor and photo taken.
## Key takeaway

Lovie Smith's son Miles dismissed quarterback Gunner Brewer for disrespect, leading 12 players to walk out and be suspended before an altercation with parents.