Michael Thomas and Derrick Brown get in a heated altercation after Carolina Panthers vs New Orleans Saints: Watch Video
- Michael Thomas and Derrick Brown engage in heated post-game altercation after Panthers vs. Saints
- Thomas taunts Brown in the tunnel, requiring Panthers personnel to intervene
- Altercation adds drama to the Panthers vs. Saints rivalry, promising an intense rematch later in the season
After a heated matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the New Orleans Saints, star wide receiver Michael Thomas engaged in a fiery altercation with Panthers defender Derrick Brown.
Tempers flared and emotions ran high after Monday night’s clash between the Carolina Panthers and the New Orleans Saints as star wide receiver Michael Thomas engaged in a fiery altercation with Panthers defender Derrick Brown.
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A bystander’s video captured the intense exchange in the players’ tunnel at Bank of America Stadium, revealing a heated back-and-forth between Thomas and the 270-pound defensive tackle Brown. Despite Thomas’ attempts to bait Brown, the massive defender didn’t appear intimidated.
Watch the video below:
The video showed Thomas yelling at Brown as they made their way to the locker room, with Brown in pursuit. The confrontation escalated, requiring Panthers personnel to step in and separate the two players.
While Brown seemed ready to confront Thomas, the Saints wide receiver appeared to be the instigator, continuing his vocal taunts. This fiery interaction is characteristic of the outspoken veteran’s approach to the game.
Michael Thomas had every reason to be proud after the Saints secured a 20-17 victory. He contributed significantly to the win, catching seven passes for 55 yards. His acrobatic 19-yard reception in the second quarter stole the spotlight, leaving him in high spirits.
Following the altercation, Thomas addressed the incident on social media, implying that he was the victim of a setup. He posted on X, “They tried to set me up. They was playing good Snoop Dogg after I was just trying to do my dance.”
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The Panthers and Saints are set to meet again on December 14, promising another intense showdown between these division rivals.
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