Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has made his way back into the public eye.
The embattled receiver has seen his career flatline from questionable choices he has made on and off the field.
However, the former NFL star is now revealing something that has fans reacting.
During an Instagram live video, he claims James Harrison gave him CTE.
Antonio Brown says James Harrison gave him CTE after hitting him with his helmet
(H/T: @BlitzGuyOG) pic.twitter.com/wameJqUwmm
— JPA (@jasrifootball) February 4, 2023
The claim had Twitter users reacting and voicing their option over the statement made by Brown.
One user points out how doctors can’t diagnose CTE until after the person dies.
CTE can't be diagnosed until you're dead. lol.
— RobFaus916 (@RobFaus916) February 4, 2023
While the confirmation of CTE can only be made after death, it’s something commonly seen in people who take blows to the head.
Another user dismissed Brown’s claims, as they feel he is blaming everyone but himself for his problems.
This dude will literally blame anyone but the man in the mirror.
— Brad Timmons (@FinzUpMT) February 4, 2023
While some fans don’t believe him, others feel this new revelation is something a segment of fans already suspected.
Wait a min now. The majority of fans been saying this and now that he says it himself he’s wrong or a clown? Cmon guys.
— remmsterr (@remytheegr8) February 4, 2023
However, there were additional heartfelt tweets that show concern for those who play football.
One user tweets how it’s “incredibly sad,” about what happened to the former NFL wide receiver.
Y’all wanna clown this man on social media for likes, but it’s actually incredibly sad to see what has happened to him. Imagine it being a loved one of yours. Makes you think if you want your children playing football.
— Emmy (@HunterEminhizer) February 4, 2023
With a segment of people showing sympathy, it reveals the horrors that some people see in the sport of football.
These people see how hard tackles and helmet-to-helmet hits can change players.
They see the real world repercussions these players have from playing a sport they love.
While some fans aren’t taking Brown seriously, he has others who feel for him.
However, no matter what people believe, it’s clear that the former star has changed since becoming an NFL player.
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