Steelers' Antonio Brown Issues Apology
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- The Pittsburgh Steelers' Antonio Brown is issuing an apology for his social media live stream from the visiting locker room following last Sunday's win over the Kansas City Chiefs.
Shortly after the Steelers' 18-16 victory, Brown took to Facebook to broadcast live post-game from the locker room.
The video has caused quite a stir in the days since, and has been deleted. It was viewed more than a million times before being removed.
On Facebook Tuesday night, Brown posted this apology:
"First, I'd like to take this opportunity to say that I'm sorry for my actions and behavior after Sunday's game.
"I let my emotions and genuine excitement get the best of me, and I wanted to share that moment with our fans.
"It was wrong of me to do, against team and NFL policy, and I have apologized to Coach Tomlin and my teammates for my actions.
"I'm sorry to them for letting it become a distraction and something that they've had to answer questions about while we're preparing for a big game on Sunday."
In the video, head coach Mike Tomlin can be heard addressing the team about their next opponent, the New England Patriots. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is also heard talking to the team.
Brown was on the practice field Wednesday. He addressed his teammates and apologized to them for his actions. He also spoke to Tomlin and Roethlisberger privately.
"We're not all perfect. I'm human, I'm going to make mistakes, and I own up to those mistakes. I was genuinely excited in that moment. I wanted to give the fans in tune the experience in regards to being excited after a game, but I think people know what I stand for, what I represent and what type of person I am," Brown told reporters Wednesday afternoon. "It's been a tough week, but nothing I can't handle. My kids seeing me all over the TV for the wrong things, being able to see people talk about my name all over the place – ex-teammates, old players – but it's just a part of the journey. These are things you learn from and grow from as a player. Still a young player, still a lot to learn. I don't make excuses; I take ownership for all my actions and I'll be better from this."
Brown would not say what type of punishment he's facing.
On Tuesday, both Tomlin and Roethlisberger addressed situation.
Tomlin called Brown's actions foolish, selfish and inconsiderate. Roethlisberger said he was "a little disappointed" and that the locker room is a sacred place for the players.
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