Steve Smith Sr., the fiery former Carolina Panthers wide receiver known for his toughness on the field, now finds himself battling a different kind of opponent — a civil lawsuit in North Carolina court.

Former All-Pro NFL wide receiver and Carolina Panthers franchise great Steve Smith has been sued by the husband of a member of the Baltimore Ravens marching band who has accused him of engaging in a months-long affair with his wife,

Anthony Martinez, who accused Smith of having a monthslong affair with his wife Nicole, has filed a lawsuit against the former NFL star. Martinez is asking for over $100,000 from Smith in a civil lawsuit in North Carolina’s Mecklenburg County Superior Court, according to the Charlotte Observer.