Antonio Brown's NFL Debut and Career Highlights
Antonio Tavaris Brown Sr., better known as Antonio Brown or "AB," began his NFL journey in 2010. He was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the sixth round as the 195th overall pick and wore the number 82 jersey, explaining later the personal significance behind that choice.
Professional Career
Brown played for four NFL teams during his 13-year professional career:
- Pittsburgh Steelers (2010–2018)
- Oakland Raiders (2019)
- New England Patriots (2019)
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2020–2021)
He achieved his greatest success in 2020, winning the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Retirements
Brown officially retired twice from professional football. His first retirement was announced in March 2023, but he reversed the decision shortly after, expressing intent to join the Albany Empire, though that plan fell through. He announced his final retirement in April 2024.
Recent Legal Issues
In 2025, Antonio Brown was reportedly arrested in Dubai and is being extradited to the United States on charges of attempted murder, linked to a shooting incident in Miami earlier this year.
"Antonio Brown made his NFL debut 15 years ago, back in 2010."
Author’s Summary
Antonio Brown’s rise from a sixth-round pick to Super Bowl champion contrasts sharply with his recent legal troubles, marking a turbulent turn in the former star’s life.