Antonio Brown, a former NFL wide receiver, is encountering increasing legal issues.
According to TMZ, Brown’s failure to pay his former partner’s child support has prompted police in Florida to order his arrest.
The decision was made on August 9 after Brown allegedly failed to pay Wiltrice Jackson $15,000 as agreed.
The four-time All-Pro can have the arrest warrant lifted if he pays up and adds $5,000 for legal expenses, the article said.
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Brown has now been threatened with jail time twice because of unpaid child support.
When Brown neglected to pay Jackson $30,000 in April, the first arrest warrant was filed.
Who is Antonio Brown?
Antonio Brown is a professional American football player known for his exceptional skills as a wide receiver. Born on July 10, 1988, in Miami, Florida, Brown’s journey to NFL stardom is a testament to his talent and determination.
Brown played college football at Central Michigan University before entering the NFL. He was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the sixth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. Throughout his career, Brown became renowned for his exceptional speed, agility, route-running abilities, and his knack for making acrobatic catches. He quickly established himself as one of the league’s top wide receivers, consistently putting up impressive stats and earning numerous accolades.
During his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Brown set multiple franchise records and achieved six consecutive seasons with over 1,000 receiving yards. His chemistry with quarterback Ben Roethlisberger made him a pivotal part of the team’s offense.
However, Brown’s career took a turn when he left the Steelers and joined the Oakland Raiders in 2019. His tenure with the Raiders was marked by controversies, including disputes with management and ultimately being released before playing a regular-season game.
Brown then signed with the New England Patriots but was released after just one game due to off-field allegations. He later signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020 and played a key role in their Super Bowl victory that season.
Off the field, Brown’s behavior has sometimes overshadowed his athletic achievements. He has faced legal issues and disciplinary actions from the NFL due to various incidents. His actions have sparked debates about his behavior and the responsibility of professional athletes as role models.