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NFL Fans React With Caution as Antonio Brown Breaks Silence on Richard Sherman’s DUI Arrest

Published 02/25/2024, 1:50 PM EST

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown remains one of the most polarizing figures in the NFL, capturing attention for both his athletic prowess and his off-the-field controversies. Despite his undeniable talent on the gridiron, Brown’s career has been marred by various incidents and scandals, often fueled by his outspoken nature and unpredictable behavior. These controversies have frequently overshadowed his on-field achievements, creating a complex narrative around his legacy in the league.

Recently, Brown sparked headlines once again with his unexpected remarks concerning Richard Sherman, a revered former NFL player known for his standout performances with the Seattle Seahawks and the San Francisco 49ers. Sherman, renowned for his exceptional skills as a cornerback and his significant contributions to the sport, commands widespread respect and admiration within the football community. However, Brown’s surprising commentary on Sherman has reverberated throughout the NFL world, eliciting shock and prompting discussions among fans and analysts alike.

Richard Sherman gets arrested, Antonio Brown Reacts 

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Sherman found himself in legal trouble once again when he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in King County, Washington. This incident, which occurred at 3:48 a.m., led to his booking into the King County Correctional Facility at 4:51 a.m. This isn’t Sherman’s first encounter with the law concerning driving-related issues, though. In the summer of 2021, he faced arrest after allegedly driving under the influence, crashing his SUV in a construction zone, and attempting to break into his in-laws’ suburban Seattle home. The legal proceedings from this incident resulted in Sherman pleading guilty to two misdemeanor counts: first-degree negligent driving and second-degree criminal trespass. He received a suspended 90-day jail sentence, provided he remained out of trouble. Despite his legal entanglements, Sherman made a transition to television appearances in 2022, joining Amazon Prime Video’s “Thursday Night Football” franchise as a pregame, halftime, and postgame analyst. However, his recent arrest has thrust him back into the spotlight, with the mugshot of the former NFL star gaining viral attention, including a snide comment from the controversial Antonio Brown who took to platform X to acknowledge the arrest, saying, #CTESPN @CtespnN.” 

The former wide receiver had sparked controversy earlier by seemingly suggesting that he was suffering from CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy), a degenerative neurological condition commonly associated with repeated head injuries in contact sports. However, Brown later clarified his statement in a tweet on September 6, stating, “C.atch T.he E.nergy CTE!!!!” leaving many puzzled about its meaning.

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NFL Fans react to Antonio Brown’s comment on Sherman

Antonio Brown’s comment regarding Sherman’s arrest had fans flooding the comments section. Some were in utter disbelief over the arrest and voiced their surprise by exclaiming, nooooo not sherman.”

Others hinted at Brown’s own actions that had previously landed him behind bars, by saying, I mean I guess you would know.” 

Someone referred to the “sorry” drink that Sherman might have ingested that ultimately landed him in the sticky situation, “if you try him with a sorry beverage that has alcohol that’s the result you’re gonna get.”

Some took on a humorous note by suggesting that Sherman took the defeat of his stance too hard, “He took purdy loss hard.”

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Someone shared a picture of Sherman that alluded to his mugshot that has been doing the rounds on social media.

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Either way, this is not a plume Sherman would like to put on his hat. Stay tuned for more updates. 

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