Antonio Brown’s NFL Debut and Career Overview
Antonio Brown, full name Antonio Tavaris Brown Sr., made his NFL debut in 2010. He was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the sixth round as the 195th overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft.
Nicknamed "AB," Brown chose the number 82 jersey during his time with the Steelers and shared the reasons behind this choice.
Professional Career Highlights
- Brown played 13 years as a professional NFL player across four teams.
- He spent eight years with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- In 2019, he joined the Oakland Raiders and later that year, the New England Patriots.
- From 2020 to 2021, Brown was part of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- He won the Super Bowl in 2020 while playing with the Buccaneers.
Retirement Announcements
Antonio Brown announced his first retirement in March 2023 but quickly returned with plans to join the Albany Empire, which did not materialize. He declared his second retirement in April 2024.
Legal Issues in 2025
Antonio Brown was arrested in Dubai in 2025 and is being extradited to the US on charges of attempted murder related to a shooting earlier this year in Miami.
Summary
Antonio Brown’s NFL career spanned more than a decade with notable achievements and complex personal challenges, including recent serious legal issues.
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