antonio Brown, the former NFL wide receiver known for his controversial off-field antics, sparked yet another online frenzy with an unusual social-media post about actressSydney Sweeney. Brown’s comment came in response to a fan account dedicated to the “Euphoria” and “Madame Web” star, which posted a video of Sweeney at a recent red-carpet event in a stunning ruby dress, captioned, “imagine being this close to Sydney Sweeney.”
While fan reactions ranged from admiration to awe, Brown’s response took an unexpected and puzzling turn. On Tuesday, he replied to the post not with a direct comment about Sweeney, but with a clip of Jameis Winston’s pregame interview before the Cleveland Browns and Pittsburgh Steelers’ snowy matchup last Thursday. In the video, Winston expressed gratitude for being able to play in the snow, saying, “I am so happy and grateful that the Lord has blessed me to play in some snow.”
The cryptic nature of Brown’s reply set off a wave of speculation. The connection between Winston’s remarks and Sweeney wasn’t immediately clear, but many interpreted Brown’s mention of “snow” as a reference to Sweeney’s fair complexion. The subtle implication raised eyebrows, with some calling it an awkward and inappropriate attempt to draw attention to himself.
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— AB (@AB84) November 26, 2024
This isn’t the first time Brown has courted controversy through social media. Since stepping away from professional football in 2021, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers star has become a lightning rod for online drama, often posting polarizing comments or cryptic videos. His post about Sweeney continued that trend, blending the bizarre with a touch of provocation.
Sweeney stays silent as fans and critics react to Brown’s puzzling post
Sweeney, meanwhile, has remained silent on the matter. As one of Hollywood’s brightest stars, the 26-year-old actress is no stranger to public attention. With a growing list of high-profile roles and accolades, she has largely avoided engaging with online controversies, choosing instead to let her work do the talking.
Fans of both Brown and Sweeney were quick to weigh in. While some dismissed Brown’s post as a clumsy attempt at humor, others criticized it as inappropriate. “This was uncalled for,” one user wrote. “Sydney has nothing to do with this, and it feels like he’s just stirring the pot.” Another added, “Antonio Brown stays unpredictable, but this one just doesn’t make sense.”
FACT: Antonio Brown has officially been cut from the @Buccaneers. I highly doubt he ever steps foot on an
@NFL football field again. pic.twitter.com/e8wZewPZQ5— SCOTT WARNER (@ScottWarner18) January 2, 2022
Brown’s NFL career, which ended under tumultuous circumstances, remains a source of intrigue. Once considered one of the league’s best receivers, his playing days were overshadowed by legal troubles, disputes with teams, and his infamous mid-game departure during a Buccaneers game in 2021. Since then, he’s made headlines more for his online presence and political endorsements than for any involvement with football.
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The Winston interview itself, recorded just before a game played in heavy snow, was innocuous on its own. But in the context of Brown’s post, it took on an entirely new dimension, sparking debates about intent, humor, and respect in the digital age. For now, Brown’s cryptic message remains just another chapter in his ongoing saga of internet antics.
Whether Sydney Sweeney or her team will address the matter remains uncertain. For fans, the bigger question might be: what will Antonio Brown do next?
