Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown stirs controversy with bold comment on Lionel Messi’s old outfit | NFL News
Former NFL star Antonio Brown is once again making headlines but this time, it’s not about football. On Friday, July 12, 2025, Antonio Brown posted a surprising message on social media targeting soccer icon Lionel Messi. What looked like a casual photo of Lionel Messi suddenly became viral after Antonio Brown’s four-word caption left fans shocked and divided online.
Antonio Brown posts viral comment about Lionel Messi’s jeans photo
Ex-NFL player in the 2021 season, Antonio Brown posted a collage on X (formerly Twitter) of Lionel Messi sporting a white T-shirt, light blue jeans, and white shoes. In the photograph, Lionel Messi was standing next to a lady; Brown removed the face of the picture. Brown was fascinated by Lionel Messi’s inside-out jean-folding below.Zooming in on Messi’s pants, Antonio Brown captioned the post with a four-word message: “N**ga of the day….” The comment quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions. While some users laughed it off, others called out Antonio Brown for using inappropriate language and taking a shot at someone not involved in the conversation.Lionel Messi, who plays for Inter Miami in Major League Soccer and is widely known for his low-key fashion and humble personality, has not responded to the comment. As of now, Messi remains focused on his soccer commitments and family life in Miami.
Antonio Brown’s controversial history and ongoing personal troubles
Antonio Brown, once considered one of the most talented wide receivers in NFL history, has had a long list of controversies since leaving the football field. He played nine years with the Pittsburgh Steelers and had short stints with the Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Also Read:Antonio Brown parties on luxurious yacht with bikini-clad women while Miami police stay silent on shooting allegationsRecently, Antonio Brown responded to rumors about going broke by sharing a screenshot of a bank account with $24 million. He had earlier admitted on the “One Night with Steiny” podcast in February that he filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after earning over $100 million in his career.Antonio Brown is now wanted by Miami police for second-degree attempted murder in more serious circumstances following an incident at a local boxing event on May 16, 2025. Although fighting legal battles, Antonio Brown stays busy on social media, sometimes generating more attention with contentious remarks like the recent dig at Lionel Messi’s attire.
