Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown is the star player football fans enjoy seeing week-in and week-out, but on the odd Sunday, the big plays just aren’t there.
During the Steelers’ road matchup against the Ravens on Sunday afternoon, Brown appeared to be wide open on a play that would likely have been an easy six points. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger didn’t see his prized receiver, though, and Brown consequently lost his mind. Watch has he deliberately kicked a Gatorade cooler in response to the missed opportunity.
Former Steelers quarterback and current Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw had some choice words for the receiver as he was calling the highlights of the game during halftime. Bradshaw, who probably missed a pass or two during his incredible career, proceeded to call Brown a ‘spoiled little brat’.
The following is an excerpt from For The Win:
“The reason we’re showing you this is to show you how selfish receivers can be. Roethlisberger doesn’t throw it to Brown. Brown pitches a fit. Acts like the spoiled brat that he probably is. And I’d sit him, I guarantee, for at least one play.”
It’s natural for the former quarterback to empathize with Roethlisberger, however his words may have been a bit too harsh. Isn’t it at least a good sign to see the receiver show some emotion rather than just give up on his teammates?
The Steelers ultimately defeated the Ravens, but it’s still going to be an awkward encounter the next time the two meet face-to-face.
(H/T FTW)
