This might just be an NFL first.
Getty Antonio Brown The New England Patriots and every team that Antonio Brown has ever played for has to be thankful they’re not forced to deal with the latest drama from the mercurial wide receiver. During the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ thrilling, come-from-behind 28-24 win over the New York Jets on Sunday, Brown was reportedly benched. Let’s just say, he didn’t take too kindly to the coaching decision. ALL the latest Patriots news straight to your inbox! Join the Heavy on Patriots newsletter here! Join Heavy on Patriots! Brown proceeded to disrobe (removing his shoulder pads and jersey) flinging many of the items into the crowd before exiting the field shirtless, while waving to fans. If it sounds too crazy to be true, take a look. Video of Antonio Brown leaving the field after taking off his jersey and shirt and throw it into the stands. pic.twitter.com/1hwNYei5Fq Field Yates (@FieldYates) January 2, 2022 It was a strange scene, but that’s something the sports world has become accustomed to seeing when it comes to the troubled receiver. Brown has hald multiple disciplinary issues throughout his career. His exit from the Patriots came on the heels of legal charges stemming from an alleged assault. Brown was suspended three games earlier this season for submitting a fake COVID-19 vaccination card. ALL the latest Patriots news straight to your inbox! Join the Heavy on Patriots newsletter here! Join Heavy on Patriots! Bucs head coach Bruce Arians has seen enough. He announced during his post-game presser, Brown “is no longer a Buc,” and he declined to speak any more about the 33-year-old wide receiver.
